really
Americanadverb
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in reality; actually.
to see things as they really are.
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genuinely or truly.
a really honest man.
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indeed.
Really, this is too much.
interjection
adverb
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in reality; in actuality; assuredly
it's really quite harmless
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truly; genuinely
really beautiful
interjection
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an exclamation of dismay, disapproval, doubt, surprise, etc
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an exclamation of surprise or polite doubt
Etymology
Origin of really
First recorded in 1400–50; real 1 ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
People come up to me all the time and they’re like, “Wow, you aged really well.”
From Los Angeles Times
“People are sometimes intimidated by short ribs because they’re kind of tough, but it’s really just time and liquid that does all the work for you,” Matijevich says.
From Salon
"How long it will take really is up to the government."
From BBC
"Fox Angels were so quick to give advice and send medicine, I'm really grateful for them," she said.
From BBC
"We have a really strong group. Whether that is the players in and around the dressing room, the staff and around the club, and outside of the club," Carrick said.
From BBC
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