Definition of Literally
Literally
lit·er·al·ly
Definition/Meaning
(adverb)
In a literal sense that is taken at face value or is completely accurate;
e.g. The driver took the GPS directions literally and drove straight into a building.
(adverb)
with exact equivalence :with the meaning of each individual word given exactly;
e.g. Two cups are literally one pint.
(adverb)
in effect, as in virtually;
e.g. I will literally throw a fit if he does not buy me chocolate for Valentine's day.
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