English · Adjectives
really
/ˈriːəli/
[/ˈriːəli/]
truly; very
Beginneradverb
Definition
Really means truly or to a great degree. It adds emphasis to what you say.
Example
This cake is really delicious.
This cake is really delicious.
Etymology
From 'real', from Latin 'realis' meaning actual, plus '-ly'.
How & Where It’s Used
Very common in spoken English to add emphasis or express surprise.