GENUINELY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

genuinely

adverb

ˈjen-yə-wən-lē

Definition of genuinely

as in very

in actual fact is genuinely fond of her older brother

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Recent Examples of genuinely As anyone who uses Netflix or other streaming services has likely noticed, recommendation algorithms can be genuinely useful. — Larry Magid, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 What remains is either genuinely meaningful work or the awareness that nothing meaningful was ever there. — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 By 2026 that functionality has expanded to newer hardware and competitors have followed, and researchers are pointing to a genuinely surprising tension worth understanding. — Allison Palmer july 2, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026 There’s also a growing case that swapping the usual routine for something novel is genuinely good for you. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for genuinely

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Dior presented its Diorissima collection at Villa Dior, a space dedicated to Dior’s very important customers (VICs).

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026
The stewards of the forest About 100 miles northwest of the Tahoe Basin, lower down in the foothills, survivors of the epic 2018 Camp fire that destroyed the town of Paradise have a very different relationship with forest stewards.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Definition of very

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However, none of them will really turn heads like the Tetra, or offer anything resembling a rear suspension.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 July 2026
Here is everything to know about how common anxiety in dogs really is, what the research says about scent work and how to start using it at home.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026

Definition of really

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For more on how to build a yard your dog will actually use, check out this guide to dog-friendly backyard features worth investing in.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
Looking forward to next season, Lind isn’t giving out any spoilers, but says audiences will learn more about how much Oreana has actually known about the family business, and will settle into a new role in it.

— William Earl, Variety, 6 July 2026

Definition of actually

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Her sharp writing, distinctive sense of humor, and authentic portrayal of a young woman navigating a deeply conflicted relationship with herself and her family are truly remarkable.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 July 2026
Clark’s Elioak Farm, at 10600 Clarksville Pike, has a lot to offer in addition to its Enchanted Forest features that have truly enchanted kids for decades.

— Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026

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