truly

adverb

ˈtrü-lē How to pronounce truly (audio)
Definition of trulynext
1
as in indeed
not merely this but also he is a kind, truly generous man

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2
as in actually
to tell the truth truly, I had no idea you were throwing me a party

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3
as in definitely
without any question I very much appreciate your gift—truly, I can't thank you enough!

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4
as in very
in actual fact this is truly the nicest thing anyone has done for me

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Recent Examples of truly In the end, Nolan made his production a truly globe-trotting affair, spanning six countries across 91 days. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 17 July 2026 Good advisors will take the time to listen to the clients to truly understand their needs and wants before being prescriptive. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026 Boneless short rib is that rare cut of beef that can truly do it all. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 July 2026 Inhabiting this emotionally complex character is truly one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for truly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for truly
  1. indeed
  2. actually
  3. definitely
  4. very
  5. certainly
  6. honestly
  7. surely
  8. really
Adverb
  • Men used to go to war indeed, and in gloriously shot 70mm IMAX at that.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • You indeed are obligated only to invite the neighbors back over eventually.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Definition of indeed
Adverb
  • 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
Adverb
  • The ladies really do it up, particularly Tamra and Vicki, who definitely hired a makeup artist to make them into the female version of Bad Grandpa.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 July 2026
  • DeMarco said there’s no timetable for Satou Sabally (concussion), but a return definitely won’t be prior to All-Star Break.
    — Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 17 July 2026
Definition of definitely
Adverb
  • 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
  • An Argentina semifinal win now gives Messi the chance — in what almost certainly will be his final match on the World Cup stage —- to make his country the first back-to-back champion since Brazil in 1958 and ‘62.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • Greek goddess-like beauty is certainly having a moment thanks to the cast of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 15 July 2026
Definition of certainly
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  • Since my job needs me on social media so much, this was honestly the most useful part.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 14 July 2026
  • To remember Lindsey Graham, Margaret, is honestly to remember his very humble beginnings.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 12 July 2026
Definition of honestly
Adverb
  • The French surely will consider Saturday’s consolation match a massive letdown.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • And if the lights at Arrowhead are too big for them, surely something could be arranged to have Kauffman be a better fit.
    — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
Definition of surely
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
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