Definition of truly in English:

truly

adverb ˈtruːliˈtruli

1In a truthful way.
真实地，如实地
he speaks truly
他说真话。
Example sentencesExamples
- And the motive on the part of the slave-owners was the love of gold; or, to speak more truly, of vulgar and puerile ostentation.
- I really have nothing bad to say about this show, truly and sincerely.
- I truly and openly declare that I believe that the nation will become a republic over time.
- ‘Of the woe that is in marriage it is impossible to speak truly,’ he says of Godard and Karina.
- Paul says that he can only truly speak of that which is physical not spiritual.
- Then if someone uttered this sentence 100 years ago, they spoke truly.
- It was simple and honest, the way only a child can truly speak.
- Nevertheless, these poems speak to me more truly than Bertrand Russell's glib quote.
- One can truly speak of nomenclatural chaos, even though Linnaeus's binomial system was widely employed.
- The old knight is of course referring to himself, and in the case of this production is speaking all too truly.
- There was an almost awkward silence, in which a thousand words were exchanged, but none were truly spoken.
- There is a difference between pretending to speak for the majority and making sure its views are truly represented in the debate and public inquiry.
- Ignorant children can speak truly about Jesus because God has given them this insight and opened their mouths.
Synonyms
truthfully, honestly, frankly, candidly, openly, to someone's face, without dissembling, laying one's cards on the table
informal with no punches pulled
1. 1.1 Used to emphasize emotional sincerity or seriousness.
  用来强调情感真诚地；认真地
  it is truly a privilege to be here
  能来此处真是莫大的荣幸。
  as submodifier I'm truly sorry, but I can't join you today
  我真的很抱歉，今天我不能和你们在一起了。
  Example sentencesExamples
  There was only one thing she could say, and so she said it, hoping that she could sound as sincere as she truly was.
  I'm sure he is sincere and was truly shocked to find real, live homophobia out in the provinces.
  And I really, truly, sincerely hope you feel exactly the same way about your work.
  How could any father not choose to do what he truly and sincerely thought was best under those circumstances?
  I can imagine how frustrating it must be for those who truly do take it seriously.
  We were truly, truly sorry that there was the shortfall in our initial funding of the foundation.
  If anything that is written here offends you, I am afraid that I am not truly sorry and I cannot sincerely apologise for it.
  I really, sincerely, truly hope things are looking better for you, I really do.
  But if he were truly sorry, he would have admitted his crime and spared Caroline's family the anguish of a drawn-out trial.
  Not everyone appreciates her properly so I was truly grateful.
  An absolutely auspicious week for some serious concentrating on what it is you most truly madly deeply want this year.
  It truly was an emotional moment, and I swear I saw more than one tear filled eye among the delighted fans.
  It was obvious listening to Jim speak that he truly loves this industry and what he does.
  This was a slip of the brain on our part for which we are truly, madly deeply sorry.
  Really, seriously, truly… how would you handle the situation with the recruiter?
  Tara catches her, and both are killed as Giles shoots Willow in the back, deciding that she's just too dangerous to live, saying he's truly sorry.
  Hayden felt truly sincere and almost started to cry with his words.
  Synonyms
  sincerely, genuinely, really, indeed, from the bottom of one's heart, heartily, profoundly, veritably
  very, extremely, awfully, dreadfully, frightfully, exceptionally, exceedingly, immensely, uncommonly, incredibly, most, positively
  Scottish unco
  North American quite
  informal terribly, terrifically, tremendously, fearfully, desperately, seriously, majorly, hugely, fantastically, madly
  British informal jolly, ever so, dead, well, fair, right
  North American informal real, mighty, awful, plumb, powerful, way, bitching
  South African informal lekker
  archaic exceeding, sore
2To the fullest degree; genuinely or properly.
完全地；真实地，适当地
management does not truly understand about the residents
管理层并不真正了解或关心住客。
Example sentencesExamples
- Still, hardly anyone truly understands what to do with addicts.
- That decade truly represented the age of parity, relatively speaking.
- I guess I will never be able to truly understand consumer fundamentalists.
- When journalists fear for their lives, one cannot say the press is truly free.
- The best way to truly understand it is to give it a whirl.
- If you box off your style into a certain category it's hard to be truly musical and free, which puts a limit on your creativity.
- Now, Will finds that frustrating, and we can truly understand that.
- This woman turns out to be the only person who truly understands him and his work, and signals the beginning of a desperate, passionate obsession for both of them.
- What I am saying is that occasional errors are inevitable with a truly free press.
- In order to truly understand what went wrong with this war, you have to look at what was being said and what was being heard before we went into it.
- Even with all the controversy over stem cells, how many of our elected leaders truly understand their uses?
- If they're truly interested in speaking with one voice then it's inevitable that the accents will start to fade over time.
- Have you ever truly analysed your real feelings?
- It's a salutary reminder that only the genuinely elderly truly know what it is to be old.
- Part of what fuels popular interest in the black tulip saga is the fact that no truly black tulip actually exists to this day - nor is one ever likely to!
- And right at the time when I needed help, he was there and truly understood me.
- And yet, there are certain tools to understanding mankind that are truly universal.
- To truly understand my mother, you'd have to go back in time and explore one of the most vivid memories I have of her.
- In order for them to have a truly free choice, they would have to be properly informed of and educated about all their options.
- When I moved to Canada and got a wheelchair, I truly understood how different I was from other kids.
- People talk about climate change and the need to enforce the Kyoto protocol but I don't think they truly understand how important it is.
Synonyms
accurately, correctly, exactly, precisely, faithfully, closely, unerringly
1. 2.1as submodifier Absolutely or completely (used for emphasis)
  绝对地，完全地（用于加重语气）
  a truly dreadful song
  一首绝对糟糕的歌曲。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Still, these guys are serious musicians and haven't lost the touch of writing some truly wonderful songs.
  I'm sure he is a very, very, very nice chap in real life, but onstage, he is truly dreadful.
  Donald was truly honest when he said that he came for a few pints.
  Having said all that the songs were truly magnificent.
  I only ever got one truly awful grade on a paper, and man, did I deserve it.
  None of which changes the fact that it's a truly grotesquely dreadful programme.
  It was truly dreadful and it was not mercifully short.
  Let us be frank: nobody except the truly feebleminded has ever, once, drawn a second's pleasure from going into a pub and hearing live music.
  She's got this truly terrible habit of emphasising random syllables in news reports.
  This is a truly dreadful movie, a hotchpotch of historical inaccuracies and romantic fiction.
  The horse-riding sequences are truly excellent and an absolute blast.
  It may not seem like much out of context, but the effect within this song is truly wondrous.
  Aren't you at least going to feel a bit sorry for the truly fabulous and real you that never gets to see the world again?
  He was a truly appalling candidate to begin with, and his campaign was a disaster.
  However, if you're truly serious about your fresh seafood, then you should make straight for the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar on King Street.
  These are truly inspired and absolutely in keeping with the weird and wonderful world of Dr Seuss.
  So, where would you go for a truly wild, absolute monster?
  And if you're stuck in a truly uncomfortable situation, speak with a flight attendant.
  This is an intimate, real, unshowy, deeply emotional, truly special performance.
  I learnt that I had the strength to get myself out of a truly dreadful situation - barely, but I did it.
  The story is truly frightening, the dead come to life and devour the city.
  Synonyms
  really, absolutely, simply, utterly, totally, perfectly, thoroughly, positively, completely
3In actual fact or without doubt; really.
真实地；无疑地
this is truly a miracle
这真是个奇迹。
Example sentencesExamples
- Though if by some other miracle I was able to catch him, I truly doubt he would show as much strength
- Take pride in the fact that you are truly unique, you're one of a kind; that's not weird.
- None of us have any doubt that this one truly will deliver.
- This is truly, beyond any doubt, the best crab fritter you will ever have in your life.
- If imitation truly is the sincerest form of flattery, his dad James should feel chuffed.
- She was a bit shocked to see how sincere he truly was.
- It has a long way to go before it can merit serious consideration as a truly effective marketing tool.
- Raise your hand if you resolved to really, seriously, truly get in shape this year.
- Besides, there aren't many white rappers who can truly be taken seriously.
- Unlike the Tories who are a regional party of the English shires, we can truly say we speak for the wider community in Britain.
Synonyms
without (a) doubt, unquestionably, undoubtedly, certainly, surely, definitely, beyond doubt/question, indubitably, undeniably, beyond the shadow of a doubt
in truth, really, in reality, actually, in fact
archaic forsooth, in sooth, verily
4archaic Loyally or faithfully.
〈古〉忠实地，忠诚地
why cannot all masters be served truly?
为什么不是所有的主人都能得到忠诚的服务？
Example sentencesExamples
- These are public servants who truly serve rather than act as our masters, and inspire us rather than destroy our confidence.
- A city that truly serves its people must try to please the largest majority of ordinary citizens.
- Only the government has the reach and power to design and oversee a pension system that truly serves all.
- We need to learn our strengths and recognise our weaknesses to truly serve our armed services.

Phrases

yours truly

1Used as a formula for ending a letter.
你真诚的（书信结尾的客套语）
Example sentencesExamples
- Addressed to 'Dear Boss' and dramatically written in red ink, it claimed to be from the killer and was signed 'Yours truly, Jack the Ripper'.
- It certainly wouldn't bother me to receive a letter signed "yours truly".
1. 1.1humorous Used to refer to oneself.
  〈幽默〉本人，鄙人，不才
  the demos will be organized by yours truly
  示威行动由不才我本人来组织。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Her most recent transgression involves yours truly, but it's hardly the first time she has embarrassed her employers.
  Once again, look for yours truly on his own domain next week.
  Last Friday night a surprise 50th birthday party was organised for yours truly by the family.
  In less than four short months, yours truly - and yours truly's better half - will be welcoming a new baby to the world.
  For general information on mutual funds, here is the Wikipedia article, originally written by yours truly.

Origin

Old English trēowlīce 'faithfully' (see true, -ly²).

Rhymes

boule, coulée, duly, Friuli, Hooley, Julie, mooli, newly, puli, schoolie, stoolie, Thule, unruly

Definition of truly in US English:

truly

adverbˈtruliˈtro͞olē

1In a truthful way.
真实地，如实地
he speaks truly
他说真话。
Example sentencesExamples
- There was an almost awkward silence, in which a thousand words were exchanged, but none were truly spoken.
- ‘Of the woe that is in marriage it is impossible to speak truly,’ he says of Godard and Karina.
- I truly and openly declare that I believe that the nation will become a republic over time.
- And the motive on the part of the slave-owners was the love of gold; or, to speak more truly, of vulgar and puerile ostentation.
- One can truly speak of nomenclatural chaos, even though Linnaeus's binomial system was widely employed.
- Paul says that he can only truly speak of that which is physical not spiritual.
- There is a difference between pretending to speak for the majority and making sure its views are truly represented in the debate and public inquiry.
- I really have nothing bad to say about this show, truly and sincerely.
- The old knight is of course referring to himself, and in the case of this production is speaking all too truly.
- It was simple and honest, the way only a child can truly speak.
- Ignorant children can speak truly about Jesus because God has given them this insight and opened their mouths.
- Then if someone uttered this sentence 100 years ago, they spoke truly.
- Nevertheless, these poems speak to me more truly than Bertrand Russell's glib quote.
Synonyms
truthfully, honestly, frankly, candidly, openly, to someone's face, without dissembling, laying one's cards on the table
1. 1.1 Used to emphasize emotional sincerity or seriousness.
  用来强调情感真诚地；认真地
  it is truly a privilege to be here
  能来此处真是莫大的荣幸。
  as submodifier I'm truly sorry, but I can't join you today
  我真的很抱歉，今天我不能和你们在一起了。
  time to reflect on what we truly want
  该认真考虑什么是我们真正的需要的时候了。
  sentence adverb truly, I don't understand you sometimes
  的确，有时我不理解你。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Not everyone appreciates her properly so I was truly grateful.
  Hayden felt truly sincere and almost started to cry with his words.
  There was only one thing she could say, and so she said it, hoping that she could sound as sincere as she truly was.
  And I really, truly, sincerely hope you feel exactly the same way about your work.
  It was obvious listening to Jim speak that he truly loves this industry and what he does.
  An absolutely auspicious week for some serious concentrating on what it is you most truly madly deeply want this year.
  How could any father not choose to do what he truly and sincerely thought was best under those circumstances?
  This was a slip of the brain on our part for which we are truly, madly deeply sorry.
  But if he were truly sorry, he would have admitted his crime and spared Caroline's family the anguish of a drawn-out trial.
  If anything that is written here offends you, I am afraid that I am not truly sorry and I cannot sincerely apologise for it.
  We were truly, truly sorry that there was the shortfall in our initial funding of the foundation.
  Tara catches her, and both are killed as Giles shoots Willow in the back, deciding that she's just too dangerous to live, saying he's truly sorry.
  I really, sincerely, truly hope things are looking better for you, I really do.
  I can imagine how frustrating it must be for those who truly do take it seriously.
  I'm sure he is sincere and was truly shocked to find real, live homophobia out in the provinces.
  Really, seriously, truly… how would you handle the situation with the recruiter?
  It truly was an emotional moment, and I swear I saw more than one tear filled eye among the delighted fans.
  Synonyms
  sincerely, genuinely, really, indeed, from the bottom of one's heart, heartily, profoundly, veritably
2To the fullest degree; genuinely or properly.
完全地；真实地，适当地
management does not truly understand or care about the residents
管理层并不真正了解或关心住客。
as submodifier a truly free press
Example sentencesExamples
- What I am saying is that occasional errors are inevitable with a truly free press.
- When journalists fear for their lives, one cannot say the press is truly free.
- If you box off your style into a certain category it's hard to be truly musical and free, which puts a limit on your creativity.
- It's a salutary reminder that only the genuinely elderly truly know what it is to be old.
- And right at the time when I needed help, he was there and truly understood me.
- That decade truly represented the age of parity, relatively speaking.
- Now, Will finds that frustrating, and we can truly understand that.
- I guess I will never be able to truly understand consumer fundamentalists.
- Even with all the controversy over stem cells, how many of our elected leaders truly understand their uses?
- Part of what fuels popular interest in the black tulip saga is the fact that no truly black tulip actually exists to this day - nor is one ever likely to!
- In order to truly understand what went wrong with this war, you have to look at what was being said and what was being heard before we went into it.
- When I moved to Canada and got a wheelchair, I truly understood how different I was from other kids.
- If they're truly interested in speaking with one voice then it's inevitable that the accents will start to fade over time.
- And yet, there are certain tools to understanding mankind that are truly universal.
- This woman turns out to be the only person who truly understands him and his work, and signals the beginning of a desperate, passionate obsession for both of them.
- The best way to truly understand it is to give it a whirl.
- Still, hardly anyone truly understands what to do with addicts.
- To truly understand my mother, you'd have to go back in time and explore one of the most vivid memories I have of her.
- Have you ever truly analysed your real feelings?
- In order for them to have a truly free choice, they would have to be properly informed of and educated about all their options.
- People talk about climate change and the need to enforce the Kyoto protocol but I don't think they truly understand how important it is.
Synonyms
accurately, correctly, exactly, precisely, faithfully, closely, unerringly
1. 2.1as submodifier Absolutely or completely (used to emphasize a description)
  绝对地，完全地（用于加重语气）
  a truly dreadful song
  一首绝对糟糕的歌曲。
  Example sentencesExamples
  Donald was truly honest when he said that he came for a few pints.
  And if you're stuck in a truly uncomfortable situation, speak with a flight attendant.
  However, if you're truly serious about your fresh seafood, then you should make straight for the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar on King Street.
  Still, these guys are serious musicians and haven't lost the touch of writing some truly wonderful songs.
  She's got this truly terrible habit of emphasising random syllables in news reports.
  Having said all that the songs were truly magnificent.
  It may not seem like much out of context, but the effect within this song is truly wondrous.
  Let us be frank: nobody except the truly feebleminded has ever, once, drawn a second's pleasure from going into a pub and hearing live music.
  None of which changes the fact that it's a truly grotesquely dreadful programme.
  He was a truly appalling candidate to begin with, and his campaign was a disaster.
  I learnt that I had the strength to get myself out of a truly dreadful situation - barely, but I did it.
  It was truly dreadful and it was not mercifully short.
  So, where would you go for a truly wild, absolute monster?
  The story is truly frightening, the dead come to life and devour the city.
  The horse-riding sequences are truly excellent and an absolute blast.
  This is a truly dreadful movie, a hotchpotch of historical inaccuracies and romantic fiction.
  Aren't you at least going to feel a bit sorry for the truly fabulous and real you that never gets to see the world again?
  I only ever got one truly awful grade on a paper, and man, did I deserve it.
  I'm sure he is a very, very, very nice chap in real life, but onstage, he is truly dreadful.
  These are truly inspired and absolutely in keeping with the weird and wonderful world of Dr Seuss.
  This is an intimate, real, unshowy, deeply emotional, truly special performance.
  Synonyms
  really, absolutely, simply, utterly, totally, perfectly, thoroughly, positively, completely
3In fact or without doubt; really.
真实地；无疑地
this is truly a miracle
这真是个奇迹。
Example sentencesExamples
- If imitation truly is the sincerest form of flattery, his dad James should feel chuffed.
- Besides, there aren't many white rappers who can truly be taken seriously.
- Take pride in the fact that you are truly unique, you're one of a kind; that's not weird.
- Though if by some other miracle I was able to catch him, I truly doubt he would show as much strength
- Unlike the Tories who are a regional party of the English shires, we can truly say we speak for the wider community in Britain.
- This is truly, beyond any doubt, the best crab fritter you will ever have in your life.
- She was a bit shocked to see how sincere he truly was.
- It has a long way to go before it can merit serious consideration as a truly effective marketing tool.
- Raise your hand if you resolved to really, seriously, truly get in shape this year.
- None of us have any doubt that this one truly will deliver.
Synonyms
without doubt, without a doubt, unquestionably, undoubtedly, certainly, surely, definitely, beyond doubt, beyond question, indubitably, undeniably, beyond the shadow of a doubt
4archaic Loyally or faithfully.
〈古〉忠实地，忠诚地
why cannot all masters be served truly?
为什么不是所有的主人都能得到忠诚的服务？
Example sentencesExamples
- Only the government has the reach and power to design and oversee a pension system that truly serves all.
- We need to learn our strengths and recognise our weaknesses to truly serve our armed services.
- A city that truly serves its people must try to please the largest majority of ordinary citizens.
- These are public servants who truly serve rather than act as our masters, and inspire us rather than destroy our confidence.

Phrases

yours truly

1Used as a formula for ending a letter.
你真诚的（书信结尾的客套语）
Example sentencesExamples
- Addressed to 'Dear Boss' and dramatically written in red ink, it claimed to be from the killer and was signed 'Yours truly, Jack the Ripper'.
- It certainly wouldn't bother me to receive a letter signed "yours truly".
1. 1.1humorous Used to refer to oneself.
  〈幽默〉本人，鄙人，不才
  the demos will be organized by yours truly
  示威行动由不才我本人来组织。
  Example sentencesExamples
  In less than four short months, yours truly - and yours truly's better half - will be welcoming a new baby to the world.
  Once again, look for yours truly on his own domain next week.
  Her most recent transgression involves yours truly, but it's hardly the first time she has embarrassed her employers.
  Last Friday night a surprise 50th birthday party was organised for yours truly by the family.
  For general information on mutual funds, here is the Wikipedia article, originally written by yours truly.

Origin

Old English trēowlīce ‘faithfully’ (see true, -ly).

词汇	truly
释义	Definition of truly in English: truly adverb ˈtruːliˈtruli 1In a truthful way. 真实地，如实地 he speaks truly 他说真话。 Example sentencesExamples And the motive on the part of the slave-owners was the love of gold; or, to speak more truly, of vulgar and puerile ostentation. I really have nothing bad to say about this show, truly and sincerely. I truly and openly declare that I believe that the nation will become a republic over time. ‘Of the woe that is in marriage it is impossible to speak truly,’ he says of Godard and Karina. Paul says that he can only truly speak of that which is physical not spiritual. Then if someone uttered this sentence 100 years ago, they spoke truly. It was simple and honest, the way only a child can truly speak. Nevertheless, these poems speak to me more truly than Bertrand Russell's glib quote. One can truly speak of nomenclatural chaos, even though Linnaeus's binomial system was widely employed. The old knight is of course referring to himself, and in the case of this production is speaking all too truly. There was an almost awkward silence, in which a thousand words were exchanged, but none were truly spoken. There is a difference between pretending to speak for the majority and making sure its views are truly represented in the debate and public inquiry. Ignorant children can speak truly about Jesus because God has given them this insight and opened their mouths. Synonyms truthfully, honestly, frankly, candidly, openly, to someone's face, without dissembling, laying one's cards on the table informal with no punches pulled 1.1 Used to emphasize emotional sincerity or seriousness. 用来强调情感真诚地；认真地 it is truly a privilege to be here 能来此处真是莫大的荣幸。 as submodifier I'm truly sorry, but I can't join you today 我真的很抱歉，今天我不能和你们在一起了。 Example sentencesExamples There was only one thing she could say, and so she said it, hoping that she could sound as sincere as she truly was. I'm sure he is sincere and was truly shocked to find real, live homophobia out in the provinces. And I really, truly, sincerely hope you feel exactly the same way about your work. How could any father not choose to do what he truly and sincerely thought was best under those circumstances? I can imagine how frustrating it must be for those who truly do take it seriously. We were truly, truly sorry that there was the shortfall in our initial funding of the foundation. If anything that is written here offends you, I am afraid that I am not truly sorry and I cannot sincerely apologise for it. I really, sincerely, truly hope things are looking better for you, I really do. But if he were truly sorry, he would have admitted his crime and spared Caroline's family the anguish of a drawn-out trial. Not everyone appreciates her properly so I was truly grateful. An absolutely auspicious week for some serious concentrating on what it is you most truly madly deeply want this year. It truly was an emotional moment, and I swear I saw more than one tear filled eye among the delighted fans. It was obvious listening to Jim speak that he truly loves this industry and what he does. This was a slip of the brain on our part for which we are truly, madly deeply sorry. Really, seriously, truly… how would you handle the situation with the recruiter? Tara catches her, and both are killed as Giles shoots Willow in the back, deciding that she's just too dangerous to live, saying he's truly sorry. Hayden felt truly sincere and almost started to cry with his words. Synonyms sincerely, genuinely, really, indeed, from the bottom of one's heart, heartily, profoundly, veritably very, extremely, awfully, dreadfully, frightfully, exceptionally, exceedingly, immensely, uncommonly, incredibly, most, positively Scottish unco North American quite informal terribly, terrifically, tremendously, fearfully, desperately, seriously, majorly, hugely, fantastically, madly British informal jolly, ever so, dead, well, fair, right North American informal real, mighty, awful, plumb, powerful, way, bitching South African informal lekker archaic exceeding, sore 2To the fullest degree; genuinely or properly. 完全地；真实地，适当地 management does not truly understand about the residents 管理层并不真正了解或关心住客。 Example sentencesExamples Still, hardly anyone truly understands what to do with addicts. That decade truly represented the age of parity, relatively speaking. I guess I will never be able to truly understand consumer fundamentalists. When journalists fear for their lives, one cannot say the press is truly free. The best way to truly understand it is to give it a whirl. If you box off your style into a certain category it's hard to be truly musical and free, which puts a limit on your creativity. Now, Will finds that frustrating, and we can truly understand that. This woman turns out to be the only person who truly understands him and his work, and signals the beginning of a desperate, passionate obsession for both of them. What I am saying is that occasional errors are inevitable with a truly free press. In order to truly understand what went wrong with this war, you have to look at what was being said and what was being heard before we went into it. Even with all the controversy over stem cells, how many of our elected leaders truly understand their uses? If they're truly interested in speaking with one voice then it's inevitable that the accents will start to fade over time. Have you ever truly analysed your real feelings? It's a salutary reminder that only the genuinely elderly truly know what it is to be old. Part of what fuels popular interest in the black tulip saga is the fact that no truly black tulip actually exists to this day - nor is one ever likely to! And right at the time when I needed help, he was there and truly understood me. And yet, there are certain tools to understanding mankind that are truly universal. To truly understand my mother, you'd have to go back in time and explore one of the most vivid memories I have of her. In order for them to have a truly free choice, they would have to be properly informed of and educated about all their options. When I moved to Canada and got a wheelchair, I truly understood how different I was from other kids. People talk about climate change and the need to enforce the Kyoto protocol but I don't think they truly understand how important it is. Synonyms accurately, correctly, exactly, precisely, faithfully, closely, unerringly 2.1as submodifier Absolutely or completely (used for emphasis) 绝对地，完全地（用于加重语气） a truly dreadful song 一首绝对糟糕的歌曲。 Example sentencesExamples Still, these guys are serious musicians and haven't lost the touch of writing some truly wonderful songs. I'm sure he is a very, very, very nice chap in real life, but onstage, he is truly dreadful. Donald was truly honest when he said that he came for a few pints. Having said all that the songs were truly magnificent. I only ever got one truly awful grade on a paper, and man, did I deserve it. None of which changes the fact that it's a truly grotesquely dreadful programme. It was truly dreadful and it was not mercifully short. Let us be frank: nobody except the truly feebleminded has ever, once, drawn a second's pleasure from going into a pub and hearing live music. She's got this truly terrible habit of emphasising random syllables in news reports. This is a truly dreadful movie, a hotchpotch of historical inaccuracies and romantic fiction. The horse-riding sequences are truly excellent and an absolute blast. It may not seem like much out of context, but the effect within this song is truly wondrous. Aren't you at least going to feel a bit sorry for the truly fabulous and real you that never gets to see the world again? He was a truly appalling candidate to begin with, and his campaign was a disaster. However, if you're truly serious about your fresh seafood, then you should make straight for the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar on King Street. These are truly inspired and absolutely in keeping with the weird and wonderful world of Dr Seuss. So, where would you go for a truly wild, absolute monster? And if you're stuck in a truly uncomfortable situation, speak with a flight attendant. This is an intimate, real, unshowy, deeply emotional, truly special performance. I learnt that I had the strength to get myself out of a truly dreadful situation - barely, but I did it. The story is truly frightening, the dead come to life and devour the city. Synonyms really, absolutely, simply, utterly, totally, perfectly, thoroughly, positively, completely 3In actual fact or without doubt; really. 真实地；无疑地 this is truly a miracle 这真是个奇迹。 Example sentencesExamples Though if by some other miracle I was able to catch him, I truly doubt he would show as much strength Take pride in the fact that you are truly unique, you're one of a kind; that's not weird. None of us have any doubt that this one truly will deliver. This is truly, beyond any doubt, the best crab fritter you will ever have in your life. If imitation truly is the sincerest form of flattery, his dad James should feel chuffed. She was a bit shocked to see how sincere he truly was. It has a long way to go before it can merit serious consideration as a truly effective marketing tool. Raise your hand if you resolved to really, seriously, truly get in shape this year. Besides, there aren't many white rappers who can truly be taken seriously. Unlike the Tories who are a regional party of the English shires, we can truly say we speak for the wider community in Britain. Synonyms without (a) doubt, unquestionably, undoubtedly, certainly, surely, definitely, beyond doubt/question, indubitably, undeniably, beyond the shadow of a doubt in truth, really, in reality, actually, in fact archaic forsooth, in sooth, verily 4archaic Loyally or faithfully. 〈古〉忠实地，忠诚地 why cannot all masters be served truly? 为什么不是所有的主人都能得到忠诚的服务？ Example sentencesExamples These are public servants who truly serve rather than act as our masters, and inspire us rather than destroy our confidence. A city that truly serves its people must try to please the largest majority of ordinary citizens. Only the government has the reach and power to design and oversee a pension system that truly serves all. We need to learn our strengths and recognise our weaknesses to truly serve our armed services. Phrases yours truly 1Used as a formula for ending a letter. 你真诚的（书信结尾的客套语） Example sentencesExamples Addressed to 'Dear Boss' and dramatically written in red ink, it claimed to be from the killer and was signed 'Yours truly, Jack the Ripper'. It certainly wouldn't bother me to receive a letter signed "yours truly". 1.1humorous Used to refer to oneself. 〈幽默〉本人，鄙人，不才 the demos will be organized by yours truly 示威行动由不才我本人来组织。 Example sentencesExamples Her most recent transgression involves yours truly, but it's hardly the first time she has embarrassed her employers. Once again, look for yours truly on his own domain next week. Last Friday night a surprise 50th birthday party was organised for yours truly by the family. In less than four short months, yours truly - and yours truly's better half - will be welcoming a new baby to the world. For general information on mutual funds, here is the Wikipedia article, originally written by yours truly. Origin Old English trēowlīce 'faithfully' (see true, -ly²). Rhymes boule, coulée, duly, Friuli, Hooley, Julie, mooli, newly, puli, schoolie, stoolie, Thule, unruly adv..1 phr. Definition of truly in US English: truly adverbˈtruliˈtro͞olē 1In a truthful way. 真实地，如实地 he speaks truly 他说真话。 Example sentencesExamples There was an almost awkward silence, in which a thousand words were exchanged, but none were truly spoken. ‘Of the woe that is in marriage it is impossible to speak truly,’ he says of Godard and Karina. I truly and openly declare that I believe that the nation will become a republic over time. And the motive on the part of the slave-owners was the love of gold; or, to speak more truly, of vulgar and puerile ostentation. One can truly speak of nomenclatural chaos, even though Linnaeus's binomial system was widely employed. Paul says that he can only truly speak of that which is physical not spiritual. There is a difference between pretending to speak for the majority and making sure its views are truly represented in the debate and public inquiry. I really have nothing bad to say about this show, truly and sincerely. The old knight is of course referring to himself, and in the case of this production is speaking all too truly. It was simple and honest, the way only a child can truly speak. Ignorant children can speak truly about Jesus because God has given them this insight and opened their mouths. Then if someone uttered this sentence 100 years ago, they spoke truly. Nevertheless, these poems speak to me more truly than Bertrand Russell's glib quote. Synonyms truthfully, honestly, frankly, candidly, openly, to someone's face, without dissembling, laying one's cards on the table 1.1 Used to emphasize emotional sincerity or seriousness. 用来强调情感真诚地；认真地 it is truly a privilege to be here 能来此处真是莫大的荣幸。 as submodifier I'm truly sorry, but I can't join you today 我真的很抱歉，今天我不能和你们在一起了。 time to reflect on what we truly want 该认真考虑什么是我们真正的需要的时候了。 sentence adverb truly, I don't understand you sometimes 的确，有时我不理解你。 Example sentencesExamples Not everyone appreciates her properly so I was truly grateful. Hayden felt truly sincere and almost started to cry with his words. There was only one thing she could say, and so she said it, hoping that she could sound as sincere as she truly was. And I really, truly, sincerely hope you feel exactly the same way about your work. It was obvious listening to Jim speak that he truly loves this industry and what he does. An absolutely auspicious week for some serious concentrating on what it is you most truly madly deeply want this year. How could any father not choose to do what he truly and sincerely thought was best under those circumstances? This was a slip of the brain on our part for which we are truly, madly deeply sorry. But if he were truly sorry, he would have admitted his crime and spared Caroline's family the anguish of a drawn-out trial. If anything that is written here offends you, I am afraid that I am not truly sorry and I cannot sincerely apologise for it. We were truly, truly sorry that there was the shortfall in our initial funding of the foundation. Tara catches her, and both are killed as Giles shoots Willow in the back, deciding that she's just too dangerous to live, saying he's truly sorry. I really, sincerely, truly hope things are looking better for you, I really do. I can imagine how frustrating it must be for those who truly do take it seriously. I'm sure he is sincere and was truly shocked to find real, live homophobia out in the provinces. Really, seriously, truly… how would you handle the situation with the recruiter? It truly was an emotional moment, and I swear I saw more than one tear filled eye among the delighted fans. Synonyms sincerely, genuinely, really, indeed, from the bottom of one's heart, heartily, profoundly, veritably 2To the fullest degree; genuinely or properly. 完全地；真实地，适当地 management does not truly understand or care about the residents 管理层并不真正了解或关心住客。 as submodifier a truly free press Example sentencesExamples What I am saying is that occasional errors are inevitable with a truly free press. When journalists fear for their lives, one cannot say the press is truly free. If you box off your style into a certain category it's hard to be truly musical and free, which puts a limit on your creativity. It's a salutary reminder that only the genuinely elderly truly know what it is to be old. And right at the time when I needed help, he was there and truly understood me. That decade truly represented the age of parity, relatively speaking. Now, Will finds that frustrating, and we can truly understand that. I guess I will never be able to truly understand consumer fundamentalists. Even with all the controversy over stem cells, how many of our elected leaders truly understand their uses? Part of what fuels popular interest in the black tulip saga is the fact that no truly black tulip actually exists to this day - nor is one ever likely to! In order to truly understand what went wrong with this war, you have to look at what was being said and what was being heard before we went into it. When I moved to Canada and got a wheelchair, I truly understood how different I was from other kids. If they're truly interested in speaking with one voice then it's inevitable that the accents will start to fade over time. And yet, there are certain tools to understanding mankind that are truly universal. This woman turns out to be the only person who truly understands him and his work, and signals the beginning of a desperate, passionate obsession for both of them. The best way to truly understand it is to give it a whirl. Still, hardly anyone truly understands what to do with addicts. To truly understand my mother, you'd have to go back in time and explore one of the most vivid memories I have of her. Have you ever truly analysed your real feelings? In order for them to have a truly free choice, they would have to be properly informed of and educated about all their options. People talk about climate change and the need to enforce the Kyoto protocol but I don't think they truly understand how important it is. Synonyms accurately, correctly, exactly, precisely, faithfully, closely, unerringly 2.1as submodifier Absolutely or completely (used to emphasize a description) 绝对地，完全地（用于加重语气） a truly dreadful song 一首绝对糟糕的歌曲。 Example sentencesExamples Donald was truly honest when he said that he came for a few pints. And if you're stuck in a truly uncomfortable situation, speak with a flight attendant. However, if you're truly serious about your fresh seafood, then you should make straight for the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar on King Street. Still, these guys are serious musicians and haven't lost the touch of writing some truly wonderful songs. She's got this truly terrible habit of emphasising random syllables in news reports. Having said all that the songs were truly magnificent. It may not seem like much out of context, but the effect within this song is truly wondrous. Let us be frank: nobody except the truly feebleminded has ever, once, drawn a second's pleasure from going into a pub and hearing live music. None of which changes the fact that it's a truly grotesquely dreadful programme. He was a truly appalling candidate to begin with, and his campaign was a disaster. I learnt that I had the strength to get myself out of a truly dreadful situation - barely, but I did it. It was truly dreadful and it was not mercifully short. So, where would you go for a truly wild, absolute monster? The story is truly frightening, the dead come to life and devour the city. The horse-riding sequences are truly excellent and an absolute blast. This is a truly dreadful movie, a hotchpotch of historical inaccuracies and romantic fiction. Aren't you at least going to feel a bit sorry for the truly fabulous and real you that never gets to see the world again? I only ever got one truly awful grade on a paper, and man, did I deserve it. I'm sure he is a very, very, very nice chap in real life, but onstage, he is truly dreadful. These are truly inspired and absolutely in keeping with the weird and wonderful world of Dr Seuss. This is an intimate, real, unshowy, deeply emotional, truly special performance. Synonyms really, absolutely, simply, utterly, totally, perfectly, thoroughly, positively, completely 3In fact or without doubt; really. 真实地；无疑地 this is truly a miracle 这真是个奇迹。 Example sentencesExamples If imitation truly is the sincerest form of flattery, his dad James should feel chuffed. Besides, there aren't many white rappers who can truly be taken seriously. Take pride in the fact that you are truly unique, you're one of a kind; that's not weird. Though if by some other miracle I was able to catch him, I truly doubt he would show as much strength Unlike the Tories who are a regional party of the English shires, we can truly say we speak for the wider community in Britain. This is truly, beyond any doubt, the best crab fritter you will ever have in your life. She was a bit shocked to see how sincere he truly was. It has a long way to go before it can merit serious consideration as a truly effective marketing tool. Raise your hand if you resolved to really, seriously, truly get in shape this year. None of us have any doubt that this one truly will deliver. Synonyms without doubt, without a doubt, unquestionably, undoubtedly, certainly, surely, definitely, beyond doubt, beyond question, indubitably, undeniably, beyond the shadow of a doubt 4archaic Loyally or faithfully. 〈古〉忠实地，忠诚地 why cannot all masters be served truly? 为什么不是所有的主人都能得到忠诚的服务？ Example sentencesExamples Only the government has the reach and power to design and oversee a pension system that truly serves all. We need to learn our strengths and recognise our weaknesses to truly serve our armed services. A city that truly serves its people must try to please the largest majority of ordinary citizens. These are public servants who truly serve rather than act as our masters, and inspire us rather than destroy our confidence. Phrases yours truly 1Used as a formula for ending a letter. 你真诚的（书信结尾的客套语） Example sentencesExamples Addressed to 'Dear Boss' and dramatically written in red ink, it claimed to be from the killer and was signed 'Yours truly, Jack the Ripper'. It certainly wouldn't bother me to receive a letter signed "yours truly". 1.1humorous Used to refer to oneself. 〈幽默〉本人，鄙人，不才 the demos will be organized by yours truly 示威行动由不才我本人来组织。 Example sentencesExamples In less than four short months, yours truly - and yours truly's better half - will be welcoming a new baby to the world. Once again, look for yours truly on his own domain next week. Her most recent transgression involves yours truly, but it's hardly the first time she has embarrassed her employers. Last Friday night a surprise 50th birthday party was organised for yours truly by the family. For general information on mutual funds, here is the Wikipedia article, originally written by yours truly. Origin Old English trēowlīce ‘faithfully’ (see true, -ly). adv..1 phr.
随便看	bont tick bonus bonuses bonus genius bonus issue bon vivant bon vivants bon viveur bon viveurs bon voyage bonxie bonxies bony bony fish bonza bonze bonzer boo booai boo (at) booay boo-ay boob boobed boobhead