really
Translation
really, very, truly
Examples
This is a really good book.
This is a really good book.
Do you really want to go?
Do you really want to go?
Grammar Patterns
really + ((adjective)) very It's really cold today.
((verb)) + really truly, genuinely I really like this song.
Similar Words
Synonyms: truly, actually, genuinely, very
Etymology
From 'real' + '-ly' (adverb-forming suffix). Literally means 'in a real way'.
Memory Tips
Ask yourself, 'Is it *real*-ly true?' to remember its connection to truth and reality.