Definitions

real estate

[ree-uhl, reel] / ˈri əl, ril /

NOUN

property and buildings for sale

Synonyms

STRONGEST

land

WEAK

chattels real freehold immoveables land and buildings landed property landholdings lot plat plot real property realty territory

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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

Real estate investors have also been looking past the recent surge in rates, at least so far.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Real estate leaders “can try to fight it off. I don’t think they’re going to win.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Real estate is also illiquid, requires upkeep, so you need a balanced, diversified retirement plan.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Real estate salesmen know more people than computer hackers.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell

real estate

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