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really

re·al·ly [ r əlee, rlee ]


adverb 
Definition:
 
1. in fact: in fact or in reality, especially as distinct from what has been believed until now
She's really going to Paris, not Bangkok.

2. genuinely: used to emphasize the truthfulness or accuracy of what is being said
She really is going to Paris next year.

3. very: used to emphasize the extent to which something is true
That's really interesting.

4. properly: in order to act in the correct or proper manner
You should really apply in writing.



interjection 
Definition:
 
exclamation of surprise: used to express surprise, doubt, or exasperation
You're getting married? Really!

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