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really
[ ree-uh-lee, ree-lee ]
adverb
- in reality; actually:
to see things as they really are.
- genuinely or truly:
a really honest man.
- indeed:
Really, this is too much.
interjection
- (used to express surprise, exasperation, etc.)
really
/ ˈɪəɪ /
adverb
- in reality; in actuality; assuredly
it's really quite harmless
- truly; genuinely
really beautiful
interjection
- an exclamation of dismay, disapproval, doubt, surprise, etc
- not really?an exclamation of surprise or polite doubt
Usage
Word History and Origins
Origin of really1
Example Sentences
“We strive to be leaders in our own professions and sections,” Scott said, “and to see true leaders of other arenas inspire a group of people like that was really impressive.”
“If Luke wants to settle it, I get down really well. Anything. Muay Thai, whatever.”
“All of these are really existential threats to the research university as it currently exists,” said Kevin Kinser, a professor of education policy at Penn State University.
For the last nine months the High Court in Manchester has been trying to find out who Lucy really is, as it decides what her future should be.
But we controlled the field really well with our kicking and winning the aerial battle and the crowd gave the boys that extra five or 10 per cent.
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