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real

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /
ADJECTIVE
genuine in existence
Synonyms
STRONGEST
absolute actual authentic certain evident for real honest legitimate original palpable physical positive sincere solid substantial substantive true undeniable
STRONG
concrete corporal essential existent firm material present right sound stable
WEAK
bodily bona fide corporeal de facto embodied existing factual heartfelt in the flesh incarnate indubitable intrinsic irrefutable live perceptible rightful sensible tangible unaffected undoubted unfeigned valid veritable
Antonyms
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counterfeit dishonest disputable doubtful dubious false fraudulent hidden indefinite invalid mental obscure questionable spiritual uncertain unclear unreal unreliable unsure untrustworthy vague
STRONG
flexible immaterial intangible unfit unhealthy unimportant unstable
WEAK
fake feigned imaginary untrue

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Amorim felt Casemiro - a five-time Champions League winner with Real Madrid - did not have the physical capabilities to be effective in the Premier League.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Alonso has been out of work since he left Real after less than eight months in charge in January.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Having joined Real initially on a three-year deal, succeeding Carlo Ancelotti, he won 24 of his 34 games in charge.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Real estate, the highest-yielding sector at 3.2%, gained 7% in 2026 and is cheaper than in 2022, offering stable cash flows.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

I pivot abruptly and walk to the library, because I know for sure my English exam is real Real Life.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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