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 Having Nick and Charlie end their relationship—a relationship genuinely adored by the Heartstopper fandom— was not a decision Oseman made lightly. — Barry Levitt, Time, 17 July 2026 That America that didn’t want to know, that almost protested too much, that genuinely hated it. — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026 There were no global superstars, and only a couple of players at genuinely elite clubs like Benfica and Villarreal; most plied their trade well outside football’s spotlight. — André Martin, Fortune, 16 July 2026 Critically, the Democratic primary is extremely far off, so while polls suggest that Harris is the dominant candidate, the race is genuinely wide open. — Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 16 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

Mainoo, sitting on the bench, could be forgiven for wondering if Tuchel had really watched his matches in the second half of last season.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
There are so many extras and cast members, the lighting was really complicated, and I was being followed by a spotlight all the time.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 20 July 2026

Definition of really

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While rumors initially claimed ICE was targeting fans, OutKick confirmed at the time that the personnel was actually California Border Control agents conducting routine operations unrelated to local sweeps.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
Also, with the Pacers being hard capped and only having 14 players signed to standard contracts, their two-way signees may actually be needed this season.

— Tony East, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of actually

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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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