really

rea

ˈrɪə

rie

lly

rallyrealtyregally

Definition & Meaning of "really"in English

really

ADVERB

used to say what is actually the truth or the fact about something

actually

as a matter of fact

in fact

Grammatical Information

incomparable

adverb of degree

Examples

I'm not joking; I really saw a shooting star last night.

1.1

used to emphasize a strong feeling, intention, or desire

deeply

honestly

really

sincerely

truly

Examples

I really appreciate your help.

1.2

used in questions or exclamations to express doubt, disbelief, or surprise

really

seriously

Examples

Do you really think that's a good idea?

to a high degree, used for emphasis

appreciably

astronomically

boiling

considerably

criminally

Informal

Examples

This cake is really delicious.

2.1

used to soften or lessen the impact of a negative statement

Examples

I don't really mind if we leave now.

really

INTERJECTION

used to show curiosity, amazement, or disbelief

seriously

Examples

"I met the president yesterday." — "Really?"

1.1

used to express gentle disapproval or mild protest

Examples

Really, Tim! Must you slam the door every time?

1.2

used to express agreement or shared feeling

Dialect

American

definitely

really

Examples

"Gas prices are insane." — "Really."

used sarcastically to mock someone for stating something obvious or overly dramatic

no kidding

Examples

"Ice cream is cold." — "Really."

Lexical Tree

really

real

@langeek.co

Nearby Words

realize

realizational morphology

Definition & Meaning of "really"in English

Download Mobile App