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(literal) In a way or manner that is real, not unreal.

(modal) Actually; in fact; in reality.

(as an intensifier) Very (modifying an adjective); very much (modifying a verb).

(informal) {{n-g|Indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information; to express skepticism.}}

(by extension) {{n-g|A phatic confirmation by a listener, to signal active listening; mostly devoid of literal meaning, with the phatically contrived incredulity being merely formulaic.}}

(sarcastic, typically exaggerated question) {{n-g|Indicating that what was just said was obvious and unnecessary; contrived incredulity.}}

(US) {{n-g|Indicating affirmation, agreement.}}

(informal) {{n-g|Indicating displeasure at another person's behaviour or statement.}}

(ally) (re-ally).