really

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   used as intensifiers

   `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'

2. 2
   adv

   In a way or manner that is real, not unreal.

   We are to believe that by an extraordinary Conception by Means of the holy Ghost he in an extraordinary MANNER, (unknown to us) really assumed Flesh, and was by her nourished in the Womb and in due Time born in a natural Manner, and that whilst on Earth he was really hungry, and dry, and eat and drank as really as other Men, without, any Deception of Sight in us or Delusion whatsoever.

3. 3
   adv

   Actually; in fact; in reality.

   "He really is a true friend." / "Really? What makes you so sure?"

4. 4
   adv

   Very (modifying an adjective); very much (modifying a verb).

   But ma, I really, really want to go to the show!

5. 5
   intj

   Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.

   A: He won the Nobel Prize yesterday.

6. 6
   intj

   Indicating that what was just said was obvious and unnecessary; contrived incredulity

   A: I've just been reading Shakespeare - he's one of the best authors like, ever!

7. 7
   intj

   Indicating affirmation, agreement.

   A: That girl talks about herself way too much.

8. 8
   intj

   Indicating displeasure at another person's behaviour or statement.

   Well, really! How rude.

Etymology

From Middle English really, realy, rialliche, equivalent to real + -ly.