Meaning & use

realm

noun·Academic

A field of activity, interest, or knowledge, or a kingdom ruled by a monarch.

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The discovery falls squarely within the realm of quantum physics.

The king ruled peacefully over a vast and prosperous realm for decades.

A note on using this word

Realm is often used figuratively for an area of knowledge or activity, as in 'the realm of possibility', beyond its literal royal sense.

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