B2adverb2K

UK/["/ˈdʒenjuɪnli/"]/US/["/ˈdʒenjuɪnli/"]/

Meaning of Genuinely

truly; in a way that is exactly what it appears to be and is not artificial

In simple words: Truly or really, in an honest way.

Genuinely in a sentence

  • There are some genuinely funny moments in the film.
  • The election result was genuinely democratic.
  • a genuinely new kind of politician
  • She was genuinely sorry.

How to use Genuinely

Use 'genuinely' to express sincerity or authenticity. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in very casual or slang settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'genuine' and how something real is never fake.

Related words

Collocations with Genuinely

  • genuinely happy
  • genuinely interested
  • genuinely believe

Synonyms for Genuinely

Opposites of Genuinely

Common mistakes with Genuinely

  • Confusing with 'generally' which has a different meaning.
  • Using in overly casual contexts where sincerity isn't implied.

Compare Genuinely with Truly, Really, Honestly

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Frequently asked questions about Genuinely

What does Genuinely mean?

Truly or really, in an honest way.

What is the definition of Genuinely?

truly; in a way that is exactly what it appears to be and is not artificial

How do you use Genuinely in a sentence?

There are some genuinely funny moments in the film.

Can you give another example of Genuinely?

The election result was genuinely democratic.

What are synonyms for Genuinely?

Common alternatives include truly, really, honestly, authentically, sincerely.

What is the opposite of Genuinely?

Opposite meanings include falsely, insincerely, artificially.

What words go with Genuinely?

It commonly pairs with genuinely happy, genuinely interested, genuinely believe.

What are common mistakes when using Genuinely?

Confusing with 'generally' which has a different meaning. Using in overly casual contexts where sincerity isn't implied.

How do you pronounce Genuinely?

US: /["/ˈdʒenjuɪnli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒenjuɪnli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Genuinely?

Use 'genuinely' to express sincerity or authenticity. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but avoid it in very casual or slang settings.

What CEFR level is Genuinely?

"Genuinely" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.