Pronunciation

/rɪˈliːli/

Definitions

• Adverb: Denotes emphasis or degree of truthfulness. For example: “I really love this book.”
• Adverb: In a true or absolute sense; without exception. For example: “She really did her best.”

Phrases

• “Really?” can be used to express disbelief or seek confirmation.
• “It’s really cold today” emphasizes the severity of the cold weather.
• “That’s really impressive” shows admiration.

Example Sentences

• Emphasis: “I really need to finish this project by tonight.”
• Degree of truth: “She really believes she can win the marathon.”
• Absolute sense: “They really haven’t seen each other in years.”

Synonyms

• Truly
• Honestly
• Absolutely
• Definitely
• Actually

Antonyms

• Not really
• Sort of
• Kind of (when used to downplay something)