Most people who use literally "incorrectly" knows very well what it means, but use it hyperbolically. As in "I will literary kill the next person who misuses th

Most people who use literally "incorrectly" knows very well what it means, but use it hyperbolically. As in "I will literary kill the next person who misuses the English language". "I will figuratively kill the next person who misuses the English language" doesn't really convey the same sentiment...