Synonyms for Actually
Definition of actually
adverb
- in actual fact; "to be nominally but not actually independent"; "no one actually saw the shark"; "large meteorites actually come from the asteroid belt"
- used to imply that one would expect the fact to be the opposite of that stated; surprisingly; "you may actually be doing the right thing by walking out"; "she actually spoke Latin"; "they thought they made the rules but in reality they were only puppets"; "people who seem stand-offish are in reality often simply nervous"
- at the present moment; "the transmission screen shows the picture that is actually on the air"
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Writing tips for "actually"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like really can replace "actually" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Actually" in song lyrics
See how actually is used in real songs:
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"in the back of his cranial cavity which is actually"
A+ f/ Canibus, Mr. Cheeks — Boyz 2 Men -
"With branches for the heavens to admire actually"
Aesop Rock — No Splash -
"I let the schadenfreude boy out actually"
Aesop Rock f/ El-P — Gun For the Whole Family