The difference between Actually and In reality


Actually is also adverb with the meaning: in act or in fact.

In reality is also phrase with the meaning: when actually done or put into practice.

check bellow for the other definitions of Actually and In reality

  1. Actually as an adverb (modal):

    In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.

    Examples:

    "Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."

  2. Actually as an adverb (obsolete):

    Actively.

    Examples:

    "Neither actually ... nor passively.'' — Fuller."

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