Meaning & use
reality
The state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they are imagined, described, or wished to be.
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It took months for the reality of the move to finally sink in.
The documentary contrasts the glamorous myth of the gold rush with its harsh reality.
A note on using this word
Reality contrasts with belief, hope, or appearance; the phrase 'in reality' is often used to correct a mistaken impression.
Words with a similar meaning
actualityfact
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