In truth

Pro Tip 1/3

Emotional Contrast

Used when revealing true feelings differing from what one displays or pretends.

She laughed along with the joke, but in truth, she was offended.

Pro Tip 2/3

Clarifying Reality

Add 'in truth' to clarify or correct a previous statement with what is factually correct.

I said I'd finished the project, but in truth, I still have some work left.

Pro Tip 3/3

Stating Facts

Use 'in truth' when you want to emphasize that you are stating a fact, not an opinion.

Many believed him to be guilty, but in truth, there was no evidence.