Definition of really adverb in oxford advanced learner's dictionary.
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Used to say that something is certain:
Very or very much:
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In strict usage adverbs of degree such as really, too, quite, very, and extremely are used only to qualify adjectives:
He is really happy;
She is very sad.
By this rule, these words should not be.
Used to say that something is certain:
Very or very much:
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In actual truth or fact:
There isn't really a lake there;
It's just a mirage.
The adverb really refers to something actual or genuine.
If your ring is really pure gold, does that mean he really likes you?
Used to refer to what is true or real;
Without question or doubt used to make a statement more definite or forceful
The meaning of really is in reality :
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