Definitions

reality

[ree-al-i-tee] / riˈæl ɪ ti /

NOUN

facts of existence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

existence matter phenomenon real world realism sensibility truth

STRONG

absoluteness actuality authenticity being certainty concreteness corporeality deed entity genuineness materiality object palpability perceptibility presence realness solidity substance substantiality substantive tangibility validity verisimilitude verity

WEAK

bottom line brass tacks how things are like it is name of the game nuts and bolts way of it what's what

Antonyms

STRONG

abstract concept falseness idea

WEAK

belief fantasy hypothesis imagination theory

Example Sentences

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County, which appeared to — erroneously — show reality TV personality Spencer Pratt receiving no new votes in a daily vote count.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

Maybe it was The Ultimate Fighter: a competition reality show for a spot on the promotion’s roster that, like most reality TV, emphasized drama and personal beef.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026

Then again, on-screen bisexuals may just reflect demographic reality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

But behind the facade lay an awful reality for many, as laid bare by recently obtained records.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

It was maybe the world’s first reality television show.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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