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.
“It requires the company to pull some really personal data related to you, not supply and demand.”
From MarketWatch
"There had to be some kind of flow in the cell pushing things forward. Cells really do 'go with the flow.'"
From Science Daily
“I was asking her very thoughtful questions and she was being very upfront and transparent, so I felt like this was like a really great episode to start with.”
From Los Angeles Times
Ortega: We did a rehearsal at the hospital with Abby and us that was really fun.
From Los Angeles Times
It’s really allowed D.A. to be more consistent as we’ve gotten towards the end of the season.”
From Los Angeles Times
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