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   really

   /ˈrɪəli/

   adverb

   • 1. in actual fact, as opposed to what is said or imagined to be true or possible: "so what really happened?" Similar in factin actual factactuallyin realityin point of factas a matter of factin truthif truth be toldto tell the truthin actualityarchaic:in sooth
   • ▪ used to emphasize a statement or opinion: "I really want to go" Similar genuinelytrulyhonestlyundoubtedlywithout a doubtindubitablycertainlysurelyassuredlyunquestionablyundeniablyindeedarchaic:verily
   • ▪ seriously (used in questions and exclamations with an implied negative answer): "do you really expect me to believe that?"
   • 2. very; thoroughly: "I think she's really great" Similar genuinelytrulyhonestlyundoubtedlywithout a doubtindubitablycertainlysurelyassuredlyunquestionablyundeniablyindeedarchaic:verilyveryextremelythoroughlydecidedlyawfullyterriblyfrightfullydreadfullyfearfullyexceptionallyexceedinglyimmenselyuncommonlyremarkablyeminentlyextraordinarilymostpositivelydownrightheartilyuncoquitetrèsinformal:terrificallytremendouslyrightdevilishlyultratoo … for wordsmuchomegaseriouslymajorlyoh-sostinkingjollyever sodeadwellfairrealmightyawfulplumbpowerfulwaybitchinglekkerinformal, dated:devilisharchaic:exceedingsore

   exclamation

   • 1. used to express interest, surprise, or doubt: "‘I've been working hard.’ ‘Really?’"
   • ▪ used to express mild protest: "really, Marjorie, you do jump to conclusions!"
   • ▪ used to express agreement: "‘It's a nightmare finding somewhere to live in this town.’ ‘Yeah, really.’"

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

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   Learn the meaning and usage of the adverb really in English, with synonyms, grammar tips, and examples. Find out how to express interest, surprise, anger, or emphasis with really.

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

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   Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the adverb really, which can express actuality, truth, intensity, or emphasis. Find out how to use really in different contexts and phrases, and see related words and entries.

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   Really definition: in reality; actually. See examples of REALLY used in a sentence.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishREALLY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning, usage, and pronunciation of the adverb 'really' in British and American English. Find synonyms, examples, and grammar tips for 'really' in different contexts and situations.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishreally adverb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   used to express interest in or surprise at what somebody is saying. ‘We're going to Japan next month.’ ‘Oh, really?’. ‘She's resigned.’ ‘Really? Are you sure?’. used to say what is actually the fact or the truth about something. What do you really think about it? Tell me what really happened. They are not really my aunt and uncle.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryREALLY | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

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   REALLY meaning: 1. very or very much: 2. used when you are saying what is the truth of a situation: 3. used when…. Learn more.

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

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   The adverb really refers to something actual or genuine. If your ring is really pure gold, does that mean he really likes you? Although the actual origin of really is unknown, it was first used in the 15th Century in the Eucharist, referring to the actual presence of Christ, and that definition holds today.