Literally
9 lettersadverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
In a literal manner or sense; exactly as stated without exaggeration or metaphor. In informal use, it is often employed for emphasis, though this usage is controversial.
“The town was literally buried under three metres of snow after the blizzard.”
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Contains four 'L's and three 'E's; very letter-heavy with 'LITER' root
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Worth 12 points; good for deploying multiple common letters and adverb form
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