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really Definition

re·ally (rē′ə lē, rē′lē)

adverb

  1. in reality; in fact; actually
  2. truly or genuinely a really hot day

Etymology: ME rialliche: see real & -ly

indeed: used to express surprise, irritation, doubt, etc.

  • realliance
  • reallocation
  • reallot
  • re-ally

really Synonyms

really

modif.

  1. In fact

    actually, in reality, indeed, genuinely, certainly, surely, absolutely, in effect, positively, veritably, authentically, as a matter of fact, in point of fact, in actuality, upon my honor, legitimately, precisely, literally, indubitably, unmistakably, undoubtedly, categorically, I assure you, I'll answer for it, be assured, believe me, of course, honestly, truly, admittedly, nothing else but, beyond a doubt, unquestionably, as sure as you're alive*, no buts about it*, without the shadow of a doubt*, you said it*, you bet*.

  2. To a remarkable degree

    surprisingly, remarkably, extraordinarily, especially; see very.

really Synonyms

really

interj.

indeed? honestly? for a fact? yes? is that so? what? are you sure? no fooling? no kidding?* cross your heart and hope to die?* on your honor?* you don't say?* the deuce you say!* blow me down!* ain't it the truth?* you said it!* do tell?*

Browse dictionary entries near really

  1. ‹ realizing
  2. ‹ realized
  3. ‹ realize
  4. ‹ realization
  5. ‹ reality principle
  6. ‹ reality check
  7. ‹ reality
  8. ‹ realistic
  9. ‹ realist
  10. ‹ realism
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