adv
really
REER-lee
adv
1
In actual fact; truly, as opposed to seeming or claiming to be so.
"Is it really true that he quit his job?"
"She really did finish the marathon in under four hours."
2
Used before an adjective or verb to mean "very" or "very much."
"That was a really long flight."
"I really appreciate your help today."
intj
1
Used on its own to express surprise, disbelief, or a request for confirmation.
""They're getting married." "Really?""
How to Use Really
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA word for emphasizing that something is true, or for intensifying another word, or a one-word reaction of surprise.
When to use it
As an interjection, "Really?" is casual and spoken — fine in conversation, best avoided in formal writing.
Common pairings
really good
really not
really enjoy
Word Forms
more really comparative, most really superlative
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Is it _____ true that he quit his job?