really

 
Pronunciation: /ˈrɪəli/

adverb

  • 1in actual fact, as opposed to what is said or imagined to be true or possible: so what really happened? they’re not really my aunt and uncle [sentence adverb]: really, there are only three options
  • used to emphasize a statement or opinion: I really want to go I’m sorry, Ruth, I really am
  • seriously (used in questions and exclamations with an implied negative answer): do you really expect me to believe that?
  • 2 [as submodifier] very; thoroughly: I think she’s really great a really cold day

exclamation

  • used to express interest, surprise, or doubt: ‘I’ve been working hard.’ ‘Really?’
  • used to express mild protest: really, Marjorie, you do jump to conclusions!
  • chiefly US used to express agreement: ‘It’s a nightmare finding somewhere to live in this town.’ ‘Yeah, really.’

Phrases

really and truly

used to emphasize the sincerity of a statement or opinion: I sometimes wonder whether you really and truly love me

Spelling help

Remember that really is spelled with a double l.