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    literally
    /ˈlɪt(ə)rəli/

    adverb

    • 1. in a literal manner or sense; exactly: "the driver took it literally when asked to go straight over the roundabout"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLITERALLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of literally as an adverb that can emphasize the real or original meaning of a word or phrase, or as an informal way to express surprise or exaggeration. See how to use literally in different contexts and sentences with examples from the Cambridge English Corpus.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › literallyLiterally Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Learn the primary and extended meanings of literally, an adverb that can be used to emphasize the truth, accuracy, or effect of a statement or description. See examples, synonyms, word history, and usage guide of literally.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryLITERALLY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning and usage of the adverb literally, which can express the real or original meaning of a word or phrase, or emphasize something surprising or extreme. See examples from different sources and languages.

  5. www.dictionary.com › browse › literallyLITERALLY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Literally definition: in the literal or strict sense. See examples of LITERALLY used in a sentence.

  6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › literallyliterally adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adverb literally, which can mean in a literal way or used to emphasize something. See examples, synonyms and idioms with literally.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishLITERALLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning, usage and origin of the word 'literally', which can be an adverb of emphasis, translation or exaggeration. See examples, synonyms, pronunciation and word frequency of 'literally'.

  8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › literallyLiterally - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    The adverb literally means "actually," and we use it when we want others to know we're serious, not exaggerating or being metaphorical. If your mom complains that your room is overflowing with clothes, she probably doesn't mean this literally.