literally

/lˈɪtəɹə‍li/

/ˈɫɪtɝəɫi/, /ˈɫɪtɹəɫi/

literally

used for putting emphasis on something that seems surprising but is true

in a manner that expresses what is really intended without exaggeration

synonyms : exactly

(intensifier before a figurative expression) without exaggeration

Examples

1. Cristina literally takes the mick out of everyone.

2. We literally shopped until we dropped.

3. I literally would never have considered giving writing a shot without your example and encouragement.

4. He literally used the oldest trick in the book and still won.