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Definition truly in American English

truly adverb

adverb
/ˈtruli/
1

in the most complete, correct, or exact way

Example

She was someone who truly understood children.

Example

a truly national institution

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2

involving only the truth

Example

Tell the jury everything you remember truly and simply.

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3

very

Example

They have done a truly magnificent job.

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4

used for emphasizing that you really mean what you are saying

Example

I'm truly sorry. Please forgive me.

Example

Truly, I don't mind helping.

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Definition truly in American English