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 Heat raises core temperature, increases sweating and makes exercise feel harder — the body is genuinely working more. — Alan McCall, New York Times, 11 July 2026 Sure, boutique labels, like the Criterion Collection, Arrow Video, Vinegar Syndrome, and Severin Films, have spent years catering to devoted cinephiles who genuinely appreciate their superior transfers, in-depth commentary, and special packaging. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2026 Make the loan genuinely less risky for the lender, and the lender can charge less without anyone printing a dollar. — Jason Phillips, USA Today, 10 July 2026 On the other hand, if your dog genuinely enjoys the salon, loves car rides and has bonded with a regular groomer, the extra cost doesn’t buy much. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for genuinely

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And about the rip currents Currents are dangerous and a very real problem on the Gulf Coast, including around the barrier islands where Wells was partying.

— Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
What that means is all that remains to be filled in is a section in the very middle, in Coral Gables along the University of Miami.

— Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Definition of very

Adverb

Because of climate, weather, acorn abundance (yes, really) and decisions about land use dating to colonial times, the bugs are indeed getting worse.

— Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
What really took so long was the officials deliberating over the nearest point of relief on the practice ground side.

— Brody Miller, New York Times, 14 July 2026

Definition of really

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Although only about 600 homes were built, the district remained obligated to purchase far more water than the community actually uses.

— Nina Burns, CBS News, 14 July 2026
The question, as England prepare to fly to Atlanta today (Tuesday) for tomorrow’s semi-final against Argentina, is how much this actually matters?

— Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 14 July 2026

Definition of actually

Adverb

Granny jeans have become a must-have item in 2026, proving that fashion truly is cyclical.

— René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 17 July 2026
The Perseid meteor shower 2026 is set to be a truly magnificent affair and a stark contrast to last year, when moonlight drowned out all but the brightest shooting stars.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 July 2026

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