Actually
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæk.t͡ʃʊ.ə.li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Actually is an adverb meaning (modal) In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
Meaning
(modal) In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
More Meanings
- (Philippines, informal) Indicating affirmation, agreement.
- (obsolete) Actively.
- (obsolete or non-native speakers' English) Currently; at the time.
Example Sentences
B: Actually!
A: That was a pretty good movie.
Neither actually […] nor passively.
His promises did not correspond with what he actually did.
Word Forms
- actially
Synonyms for actually
Depending on context, synonyms include certainly, definitely, forsooth, frankly, honestly, indubitably.
Antonyms for actually
Common opposites include figuratively, metaphorically, ostensibly, virtually.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include really, indeed, very, truth, truthfully, truly.
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Sources & Attribution
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