Synonyms of actually

actually

adverb

ˈak-ch(ə-w)ə-lē 

1

as in honestly

to tell the truth

actually, I'd rather spend the evening at home

Synonyms & Similar Words

• honestly
• frankly
• really
• indeed
• certainly
• truly
• truthfully
• absolutely
• admittedly
• in fact
• to be sure
• as a matter of fact
• positively
• in reality
• undoubtedly
• in truth
• in actuality
• verily
• in point of fact
• unquestionably
• realistically
• forsooth
• indisputably
• indubitably
• veritably

2

as in really

in actual fact

I call her Aunt Emily, but she is actually my cousin, not my aunt

Synonyms & Similar Words

• really
• very
• truly
• just
• genuinely
• simply
• exactly
• in reality
• almost
• literally
• practically
• in truth
• veritably
• authentically
• in actuality
• accurately
• certifiably
• precisely
• nearly
• positively
• virtually
• squarely
• sharp
• right
• smack-dab

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• supposedly
• apparently
• seemingly
• ostensibly
• outwardly
• professedly
• plausibly

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of actually

The skyline matters, but unlike too many rooftop spots in Manhattan, the kitchen here actually keeps pace with the view. — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

This makes operando neutron powder diffraction an invaluable tool for tracking structural changes as a battery actually charges and discharges. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026

But nothing feels better than actually being in the moment, actually getting that call. — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

The answer here is probably not direct payment, which risks reducing a genuinely complex ethical relationship to a transaction and may actually deter some physicians who respond, precisely because the act feels outside the market. — Sriman Swarup, STAT, 13 July 2026