really

Meanings

• adverb

  Used to express certainty or emphasis.

  - "I really love this cake."
  - "She really wants to go to the concert."
  - "He really messed up the project."

• adverb

  In actual fact; genuinely.

  - "He's really sick."
  - "She's really talented."
  - "They're really committed to the cause."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɹi.əli/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

actually , in fact , indeed , truly , so , no kidding , no really , oh really , you don't say

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with really
belly , jelly , merely , quelly , selly , telly

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. rally (English) : A gathering or event intended to raise support or enthusiasm.
   

2. really (English) : Used to express certainty or emphasis.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of really that leads to same result
really , not really

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Forms

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really (adverb), really (interjection)

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'rēlan', meaning 'comfort, console, soothe'. The modern sense of 'really' as an intensifier dates back to the 15th century.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'really' is often used as a filler word in speech, but it can also add emphasis and meaning to a sentence.

2. In the English language, 'really' is one of the most commonly used words.

3. The word 'really' has been used in various forms of media, including movies, TV shows, and music, to express a range of emotions and intensify dialogue.

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Related Concepts

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1. intensifiers: Words or phrases that increase the force or effect of an adjective, adverb, or verb.

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Culture

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The word 'really' has been used extensively in literature and art to express various emotions and intensify the impact of language. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, the character Nick Carraway uses 'really' to express his skepticism and disbelief. In music, 'really' is often used as a vocal filler or to emphasize certain lyrics.

How to Memorize "really"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person expressing certainty or emphasis while saying 'really'. Imagine their body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'really' with strong emotions, such as excitement, surprise, or disbelief.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'really' and a memorable phrase, such as 'Really? Are You Earning Lots Of Money?' or 'Really? Are You Excited?'

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