Reality

Pronunciation: /ˌriːˈæləˌtiː/

Reality (noun)

  1. The state of things as they actually exist, not imagined or dreamed.
  2. The true situation that is happening, not what you wish or think.
  3. The concept of what is real and exists independently of thoughts or beliefs.

Examples

  • In reality, the project took longer than expected.
  • The reality of the situation was different from the plan.

Common collocations: face reality, harsh reality, in reality, accept reality, reality check

Synonyms of Reality

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Reality

  • when discussing the nature of existence
  • when contrasting with factual states