adverb
truly
Genuinely or accurately.
The film truly captures the loneliness of life far from home.
Etymology
The truth and faithfulness adjective takes -ly. Truly describes accuracy, genuineness, or sincerity in what is done or asserted.
More examples
- I'm truly sorry for the trouble I caused.
- Her report truly reflects what happened at the meeting.
- I wonder whether she truly wants the job.
Forms
true adjective — Consistent with facts or reality.
Similar words
- genuinely
- Emphasizes authenticity or sincerity rather than factual accuracy.
- accurately
- Emphasizes correctness and precision rather than sincerity or authenticity.