The difference between Indeed and Really

When used as adverbs, indeed means truly, whereas really means in a way or manner that is real, not unreal.


Really is also interjection with the meaning: indicating surprise at, or requesting confirmation of, some new information.

check bellow for the other definitions of Indeed and Really

  1. Indeed as an adverb (modal):

    Truly; in fact; actually.

    Examples:

    "'Indeed, he made several misplays."

  2. Indeed as an adverb (degree, after the adjective modified):

    In fact.

    Examples:

    "As a soccer player he is terrible indeed."

  1. Really as an adverb (literal):

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

  2. Really as an adverb (modal):

    Actually; in fact; in reality.

    Examples:

    "He really is a true friend."'' / ''"Really? What makes you so sure?"

  3. Really as an adverb (informal, as an intensifier):

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

    Examples:

    "But ma, I really, really want to go to the show!"

  1. Really as a verb: