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Dictionary Entry

actually

adverb

Find the meaning of the word actually, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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Used to show that something is true or real, often correcting a mistake or adding surprising information.

Example Sentence

She thought the test was tomorrow, but it's actually today.

Usage Note

Use 'actually' when you need to correct someone politely or share a fact that might surprise your listener.