Synonyms of in truth

in truth

phrase

1

as in actually

to tell the truth

In truth, I'm not sure what really happened.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

2

as in indeed

not merely this but also

It's starting to get dark, and in truth I'm pretty tired.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• indeed
• truly
• really
• certainly
• definitely
• truly
• in fact
• surely
• even
• nay
• positively
• in reality
• yea
• undoubtedly
• verily
• doubtless
• decidedly
• assuredly
• unquestionably
• indisputably
• incontestably
• undeniably
• incontrovertibly

3

as in very

in actual fact

In truth, it can take several years for a new business to turn a profit.

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in truth

But in truth, neither of these things sparked the idea in Gilligan’s mind. — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026

And in truth, the answers to these questions are not yet known. — Ron Kitchens, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026

But, in truth, his international team-mate Pau Cubarsi has performed better at the World Cup. — Phil Hay, New York Times, 15 July 2026

Not many would have predicted a shutout for France before this semifinal encounter but, in truth, Didier Deschamps’ team was outshone and outclassed by a far superior opponent. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 14 July 2026