really

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   Very or very much; used to add strength to what you say.

   I really, really want to go to the show!

2. 2
   adv

   In fact; actually; truly.

   He really is a true friend.

3. 3
   interj

   Used to show surprise or to ask whether something is true.

   Really? I had no idea!

4. 4
   interj

   Used to show annoyance at what someone has said or done.

   Well, really! How rude.

Common collocations

• really enjoyable Adverb + adjective

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

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