real

[riːl]

real Definition

• 1. actually existing or happening; not imagined or supposed
• 2. genuine; not imitation or artificial
• 3. very or extremely

Using real: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "real" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The movie is based on a real story.

• Example

  She gave me a real diamond ring.

• Example

  I'm in real trouble now.

real Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for real

• authentic
• true
• genuine
• legitimate
• bona fide

Antonyms for real

• fake
• artificial
• imaginary
• unreal

Idioms Using real

• get real

  used to tell someone that they are not being realistic or that they should try to understand the true facts of a situation

  Example

  You can't expect to become a millionaire overnight. Get real!

• keep it real

  to remain true to oneself and one's values

  Example

  She always keeps it real, never pretending to be someone she's not.

• real McCoy

  the genuine article; the real thing

  Example

  This is the real McCoy, not some cheap knockoff.

Phrases with real

• real estate

  property consisting of land or buildings

  Example

  He made a fortune buying and selling real estate.

• real time

  the actual time during which a process or event occurs

  Example

  The data is updated in real time.

• real deal

  something or someone that is genuinely good or valuable

  Example

  This restaurant is the real deal when it comes to Italian food.

Origins of real

from Old French 'reel', meaning 'actual, true'

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Summary: real in Brief

The term 'real' [riːl] describes something that actually exists or happens, as opposed to being imagined or supposed. It can also mean genuine or very/extremely. Examples include 'The movie is based on a real story,' and 'She gave me a real diamond ring.' 'Real' extends into phrases like 'real estate,' and idioms like 'get real,' used to express disbelief or encourage realism.