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
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Actually as an adverb (modal):
In act or in fact; really; in truth; positively.
Examples:
"Actually, I had nothing to do with that incident."
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Actually as an adverb (obsolete):
Actively.
Examples:
"Neither actually ... nor passively.'' — Fuller."
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Truthfully as an adverb (manner):
In a truthful manner
Examples:
"He spoke truthfully."
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Truthfully as an adverb (speech act):
Frankly.
Examples:
"Truthfully, I didn't suspect a thing."