The difference between Actually and Truthfully

When used as adverbs, actually means in act or in fact, whereas truthfully means in a truthful manner.


check bellow for the other definitions of Actually and Truthfully

  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."

  1. Truthfully as an adverb (manner):

    In a truthful manner

    Examples:

    "He spoke truthfully."

  2. Truthfully as an adverb (speech act):

    Frankly.

    Examples:

    "Truthfully, I didn't suspect a thing."