literally

US /ˈlɪtərəli/

UK

B1

adverb

  • In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated.
  • Used for emphasis to describe something that is actually true, often to highlight surprise or intensity.
  • In a literal manner or sense; exactly
  • Used to acknowledge that something is not literally true but is used for emphasis or to express strong feeling
  • In a literal manner or sense; exactly.
  • Used to acknowledge that something is not literally true but is used for emphasis or to express strong feeling.
  • Used to indicate that something is effectively or virtually true, even if not technically so.
  • Used to emphasize a statement or description that is not literally true but is used for rhetorical effect.
  • In a literal way; in fact; actually.