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This room is really hot. That's really interesting. It's a really difficult decision. "Did you like it? Not really (= no)."
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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2026 re al ly /ˈriəli, ˈrili/ adv. actually: sees things as they really are. genuinely; truly: a really hot day. indeed: Really, this is too much. interj. (used to express surprise, scolding, disapproval, etc.): Really, be serious! See -real-.
Define really. really synonyms, really pronunciation, really translation, English dictionary definition of really. adv. 1. In actual truth or fact: There isn't really a lake there; it's just a mirage.
Adverb really (comparative more really, superlative most really) (literal) In a way or manner that is real, not unreal.
It's really due to a deep-seated need to transition for personal reasons, it's not like they're trying to get some competitive advantage in amateur competitions.
The correct adverbial form is “really” rather than “real,” but even that form is generally confined to casual speech, as in “When you complimented me on my speech I felt really great!”
REALLY definition: in reality; actually. See examples of really used in a sentence.
Examples of really in a Sentence The dog runs really fast. The water is really hot. She's a really nice person. I had a really good time at the party. Recent Examples on the Web Don’t believe rumors about anyone, but really about women.
