What is the comparative form of “realest”?
The comparative form of “realest” is “realer”.Example
The movie felt realer than any other film I've seen.
Example
Her emotions were realer than anything I had ever experienced.
What is the superlative form of “realest”?
The superlative form of “realest” is “realest”.Example
Among all the paintings, this one feels the realest.
Example
Her performance in the play was the realest I've ever seen.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
Most and more are generally not used with real, realer, and realest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more real' and 'most real' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, realer and realest are the correct and preferred forms to use.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
Real does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Real → Realer Superlative: Real → Realest
Expressions with similar meanings to “realer”
Example
His apology seemed more genuine than his previous ones.
Used to indicate something that is more accurate or faithful to reality
Example
The documentary provided a truer depiction of the events.
Expressions with similar meanings to “realest”
Example
Her smile was the most genuine expression of happiness.
Used to describe the highest level of accuracy or faithfulness to reality
Example
The historian's account of the war was considered the truest version.
Using than with comparative “realer”
When using the comparative form realer to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "Her emotions were realer than anything I had ever experienced." Here, than is used to show that the level of reality in 'her' emotions is greater than the level of reality in anything the speaker had experienced.
How can I use this expression in context?
“realer” and “realest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Art
This painting feels realer than the others in the gallery.
This painting feels realer than the others in the gallery.
- 2Emotions
His love for her felt realer than anything he had felt before.
His love for her felt realer than anything he had felt before.
- 3Performances
Her acting in the play was the realest I've ever seen.
Her acting in the play was the realest I've ever seen.
- 4Experiences
The virtual reality game provided the realest experience of flying.
The virtual reality game provided the realest experience of flying.
- 5Relationships
Their connection was the realest she had ever felt.
Their connection was the realest she had ever felt.
Related idioms and phrases
Keep it real
To stay true to oneself and not pretend or deceive
Example
He always tries to keep it real and never puts on a false persona.
Face the music
To confront the consequences of one's actions or decisions
Example
After making a mistake, it's important to face the music and take responsibility.
In the flesh
To see someone in person, rather than through a screen or photograph
Example
I finally got to meet my favorite actor in the flesh at the premiere.
