reality — the world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea of them
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea of them
Pronunciation (IPA): /riˈæləti/
Example Sentences
- My dream of becoming a K-pop star crashed into reality when I realized I can't even sing in the shower.
- The reality of online shopping is that you always need one more package to feel complete.
- Students must face the reality that exam scores don't always reflect their actual knowledge.
reality
NOUN[/riˈæləti/]
the world or the state of things as they actually exist, as opposed to an idealistic or notional idea of them
A student faces the harsh reality of their empty wallet
Between personality and mentality lies reality
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Reality derives from Latin realis, meaning 'relating to things' or 'actual', which evolved through Medieval Latin before entering English. The term originally referred to the quality of being real or actual, with roots in the Latin concept of res (thing).
Breakdown
real (from Latin realis, meaning actual or relating to things) + -ity (suffix denoting state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dream of becoming a K-pop star crashed into reality when I realized I can't even sing in the shower.”
“The reality of online shopping is that you always need one more package to feel complete.”
“Students must face the reality that exam scores don't always reflect their actual knowledge.”
“The reality TV show was anything but real - it was more scripted than a soap opera.”
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