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The definition of actually is something that is the truth or that is legitimate or correct.

(adverb)

If someone says that the sky is orange and you say "no, really, the sky is blue," this statement that the sky is blue is the one that is really or actually true.

See actually in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adverb

as a matter of actual fact; really

See actually in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adverb

In fact; in reality: That tree is actually a fir, not a pine.
Used to express wonder, surprise, or incredulity: I actually won the lottery!

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