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actually

Pronunciation: /ˈæk(t)ʃᵿli/

The English word “actually” has 4 meanings listed here.

adverb

  1. In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
  2. Actively.
  3. Currently; at the time.

interjection

  1. Indicating affirmation, agreement.

Etymology

From Middle English actually, actuelly, equivalent to actual + -ly.

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