1
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed
this shirt is real silk, not polyester
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2
as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
asked her parents if the Tooth Fairy was real
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as in true
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
real folk who don't put on airs
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as in very
to a great degree
this fish tastes real good
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Recent Examples of real
Celeste Polanco, Essence, 3 June 2025
All of his links to the real world are frayed or contrived.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 22 May 2025
Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The real exciting aspect for more moderate sports fans or conversely more moderate entertainment fans is the bundle pricing.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
However, the real star of the show is the puffer complex.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 3 June 2025
All of his links to the real world are frayed or contrived.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 22 May 2025
Adverb
There's no real clear idea on what's durable, what's not, what's up for negotiation, what's not.
—Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
The real exciting aspect for more moderate sports fans or conversely more moderate entertainment fans is the bundle pricing.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for real
Adjective
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That genuine moment became a symbol of love, sacrifice and something deeper — breaking generational cycles.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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Listen actively to the client's concerns, demonstrating genuine empathy for their position.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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In the season’s last few episodes, however, the show leans hard into its real-world inspiration, casting actual pros like Collin Morikawa as themselves.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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Rather, while some roads saw some minor flooding, the heaviest bands of rain stayed offshore, lessening the chances for actual flooding.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The formula for ‘true tackles’ is slightly more long-winded: tackles + challenges lost + fouls committed.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Looking back more than six decades, it’s generally agreed by automotive historians that the 1964 Pontiac GTO was the first true muscle car.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
Adverb
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Wilkerson said dental procedures are generally very safe.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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King Charles is very sick, and there are reports that succession plans are already underway.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Yes, native plants are definitely authentic, and great for supporting our birds and pollinators, but their magic can be subtle in a landscape, one that takes time to appreciate.—
Jeanette Marantos,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Like in those shows, there were small aspects of her character that felt true and authentic to Black women’s experiences.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Remember when Google demoed its Bard AI tool in 2023 and its factual error led to its parent company losing US$100 billion in market value?—
Greg Edwards,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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Puig agreed to waive any legal protections for suppression or exclusion of new information in the factual basis.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott emphasized that the city's drinking water remains unaffected by the spill.—
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Tariffs imposed under a different legal authority called Section 232 — including on imports of autos, steel and aluminum — are unaffected by the ruling.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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So much of it feels like a fever dream, to be honest, being in Singapore.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Players appreciated such an honest approach during the Euro 2022 campaign, which garnered mutual respect and trust.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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“Real.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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