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Genuinely
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "Genuinely" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to express sincerity or authenticity in a statement or feeling. Example: "I genuinely appreciate all the hard work you've put into this project."
✓ Grammatically correct
News & Media
Film
Sport
Lifestyle
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60 human-written examples
While many athletes are genuinely grateful to the companies that fund their training bills, there's always something unnerving about watching people sing for their supper when they're supposed to be speaking from the heart.
News & Media
And as for caring about the decency (BNP supporters aside) and potential of individual voters, or genuinely acting to preserve and encourage their humanity.
News & Media
Still, the story ends with a glorious flourish that should be pure feelgood cheese but actually comes across as uncontrived and genuinely emotional (it would be a crime to spoil it).
News & Media
Shillinglaw said the task of reinventing the show, which is watched by 6 million viewers on BBC2 and is a global hit generating £50m a year for the BBC, was "a challenge but it's genuinely creatively exciting".
News & Media
Either way, you should probably brace yourself for something genuinely nightmarish.
News & Media
Darrell Issa, in charge of the US house of representative's investigation of the Justice Department's prosecution of Swartz, told the Huffington Post that "overprosecution is a tool often used to get people to plead guilty rather than risk sentencing… If someone is genuinely guilty of something and you bring them up on charges, that's fine.
News & Media
It is also reflective of a dark cultural truth where, to a lot of schoolchildren, particularly in America, the high school has become a genuinely dangerous place to be.
News & Media
Also, as this excellent Atlantic piece points out, there's a slightly uneasy "white saviour" theme throughout, best exemplified by a genuinely ghastly scene where the family tell the slaves that they're letting them go, everybody starts hugging and, quick as a flash, one of the freed women starts singing Amazing Grace.
News & Media
What's more, this sort of drama feels genuinely new: beyond the odd episode of Doctor Who and Quantum Leap, speculative alternate histories are rarely told on TV.
News & Media
I was genuinely moved as Jon built his funeral pyre for Ygritte.
News & Media
They say that, when the new estate is finally built, they will offer us first refusal, but we would all be scattered by then – and how much of it would be genuinely affordable?
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Use "Genuinely" to emphasize the sincerity or authenticity of a feeling, action, or statement. For example, "I am genuinely sorry for the mistake."
Common error
Avoid using "genuinely" excessively in your writing. Overusing it can diminish its impact and make your writing sound insincere. Instead, vary your language by using synonyms like "sincerely", "truly", or "honestly" when appropriate.
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Linguistic Context
Genuinely functions primarily as an adverb. It modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to emphasize the sincerity, authenticity, or truthfulness of an action, feeling, or quality. Ludwig AI indicates its role in adding emphasis and conviction to statements.
Frequent in
News & Media
50%
Film
17%
Sport
13%
Less common in
Lifestyle
8%
Formal & Business
6%
Science
6%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, "Genuinely" is a versatile adverb that serves to emphasize the sincerity or authenticity of a statement. Ludwig AI confirms its grammatical correctness and widespread usage across diverse contexts, especially in News & Media. While it is a valuable tool for adding emphasis, it's important to avoid overuse. Consider alternatives like "sincerely" or "honestly" for variety. Using "Genuinely" effectively enhances the credibility and impact of your writing.
More alternative expressions(10)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
In all sincerity
Highlights the speaker's sincere intention, focusing on their emotional state.
Honestly speaking
Explicitly states the speaker's intention to be truthful, adding a personal element.
Really and truly
Emphasizes sincerity through repetition, adding a touch of informality.
In truth
Emphasizes the honesty and factual basis of a statement, shifting focus from manner to content.
To be honest
Similar to "Honestly speaking", but can sometimes imply a contrast with previous statements.
Without a doubt
Indicates certainty and conviction, stronger than a simple expression of genuineness.
Legitimately
Implies that something conforms to the rules or standards expected, focusing on validity rather than pure honesty.
Veritably
A more formal and somewhat archaic way to express truthfulness, suggesting a high degree of certainty.
In reality
Focuses on the actual state of affairs, emphasizing the truth over superficial appearances.
Actually
Often used to introduce a surprising or unexpected truth, subtly different from pure genuineness.
FAQs
How can I use "Genuinely" in a sentence?
"Genuinely" is typically used as an adverb to modify a verb or adjective, emphasizing the truthfulness or sincerity of an action or feeling. For example, "I "genuinely care" about your well-being."
What can I say instead of "Genuinely"?
Is it redundant to say "Genuinely authentic"?
While "authentic" already implies genuineness, using "genuinely authentic" can provide extra emphasis in certain contexts, though it's best to avoid overuse to prevent redundancy.
What's the difference between "Genuinely" and "Really"?
"Really" is a general intensifier, while "Genuinely" specifically emphasizes sincerity or authenticity. For example, "I am really happy for you" simply expresses a high degree of happiness, whereas "I am "genuinely happy" for you" emphasizes the sincerity of that happiness.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
95%
Authority and reliability
4.6/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested