Definitions

really

[ree-uh-lee, ree-lee] / ˈri ə li, ˈri li /

ADVERB

without a doubt

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolutely actually certainly easily genuinely honestly indeed legitimately literally surely truly undoubtedly unquestionably well

WEAK

admittedly as a matter of fact assuredly authentically beyond doubt categorically de facto for real in actuality in effect in fact in point of fact in reality indubitably no ifs ands or buts nothing else but of course positively precisely unmistakably verily

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubtfully dubiously indefinite questionably

Example Sentences

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"It was really cool to see a female drive an F1 car," Stevens says.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“It’s really cool to have a player who maybe can elevate the sport,” says Levy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“This is really bad,” said Vance Staplin, executive director of the nonprofit Golden State Salmon Assn.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Yet even in an area where luxury abounds and size really does matter, the Fosters’ property stands out as a true gem, thanks to the awe-inspiring features that are found inside and out.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

“Oh, yes! I could really show you some nice things! Could you swing by there tomorrow afternoon? I only work half days here on Saturdays.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

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