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🌍Reality

noun
/riˈæl.ə.ti/
realistic realization
Reality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning Reality synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison Reality collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the state of things as they actually exist; the actual situation
the state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined
The world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea.

Example Sentences

We need to face the reality of the situation.

The reality of the situation is more complicated than we thought.

The reality of the situation was evident.

Synonyms

actuality, truth, fact, realness, Truth, Actuality
Entry 1
actuality, truth, fact
Entry 2
truth, actuality, fact, realness
Entry 3
Truth, Actuality

Antonyms

fantasy, illusion, fiction, Illusion, Fantasy
Entry 1
fantasy, illusion, fiction
Entry 2
fiction, illusion, fantasy
Entry 3
Illusion, Fantasy

Collocations

face reality, harsh reality, virtual reality
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face reality, harsh reality, virtual reality
Entry 2
harsh reality, face reality, virtual reality

More Example Sentences

Virtual reality has opened new possibilities in education and training.

Everyone makes this mistake, but in reality the matter is a bit different.

I think most of what is shown on social media is a distorted picture of reality.

If we cross-reference the sources, we will find that the reality is more nuanced.

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