Definitions

reality

[ree-al-i-tee] / riˈæl ɪ ti /

NOUN

facts of existence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

existence matter phenomenon real world realism sensibility truth

STRONG

absoluteness actuality authenticity being certainty concreteness corporeality deed entity genuineness materiality object palpability perceptibility presence realness solidity substance substantiality substantive tangibility validity verisimilitude verity

WEAK

bottom line brass tacks how things are like it is name of the game nuts and bolts way of it what's what

Antonyms

STRONG

abstract concept falseness idea

WEAK

belief fantasy hypothesis imagination theory

Example Sentences

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Over the course of 14 months, BBC News has exposed the shocking reality of organised crime taking over high streets in England and Wales.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

But the reality is that on-device AI requires a fair amount of computing horsepower that involves system memory, or DRAM.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Bühler’s early 20th experiments showed that complex problems were often solved by a sudden shift in thought—the Aha! moment—that dissolved confusion into reality.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The ex–MTV reality cast member will not be mayor, but his candidacy will mark a turning point in Los Angeles and California politics.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

In reality, the only things in nature that were a match for these snakes were their mortal enemies, the alligators.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz

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