actually

Adverb

Adverb

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A word that modifies a verb, adjective, another adverb, or a clause.

1. 1.In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.

   • His promises did not correspond with what he actually did.

2. 2.Currently; at the time.

   • Actually, Tom is my older brother.
   • I've never actually seen a giraffe.
   • The "man" that you saw is actually a woman.

Intj

Interjection

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A word or short phrase used to express a sudden emotion or reaction.

1. 1.Indicating affirmation, agreement.(informal)

   • A: That was a pretty good movie.

Overall

Very common· #269

By learning goal

Everyday conversation

Very common

General reading & writing

Very common

Academic

Rare

Literature

Uncommon

Synonyms

• really

Word family

• actual