realness — The quality of being genuine, authentic, or actually existing rather than imaginary or artificial. It emphasizes the true nature or authenticity of something.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The quality of being genuine, authentic, or actually existing rather than imaginary or artificial. It emphasizes the true nature or authenticity of something.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈriːəlnəs/
Example Sentences
- His Instagram posts lack realness - everything looks too perfect to be true.
- The realness of the documentary made viewers cry.
- She appreciated the realness of his apology, not just empty words.
realness
NOUN[/ˈriːəlnəs/]
The quality of being genuine, authentic, or actually existing rather than imaginary or artificial. It emphasizes the true nature or authenticity of something.
The quality of being genuine, authentic, or actually existing rather than imaginary or artificial. It emphasizes the true nature or authenticity of something.
True realness brings wellness and freshness!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Medieval Latin 'realis' meaning 'actual' or 'existing in fact,' which entered English in the 14th century. The word 'realness' was formed by adding the noun-forming suffix '-ness' to 'real.'
Breakdown
real (from Latin 'realis' meaning actual/existing) + -ness (suffix forming nouns that express a state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“His Instagram posts lack realness - everything looks too perfect to be true.”
“The realness of the documentary made viewers cry.”
“She appreciated the realness of his apology, not just empty words.”
“The reality TV show was criticized for its lack of realness.”
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