Real

(of a number or quantity) having no unreal part.

"The roots of the quadratic equation are both real numbers, meaning there are no imaginary solutions."

by Arminkshipper June 20, 2025

Real

(of an image) of a kind in which the light that forms it actually passes through it; not virtual.

"I prefer seeing real portraits in art museums, rather than computer pictures."

Another example: "To walk through a forest in real life is preferable to seeing a virtual reality forest on a screen."

Both of these sentences use the word "real" to refer to images or experiences that are real or tangible, rather than digital or virtual.

by Arminkshipper June 20, 2025

Real

of fixed property (i.e., land and buildings), as distinct from personal property.

"he lost nearly all of his real holdings"

by Arminkshipper June 20, 2025

Real

really; very.

"my head hurts real bad"

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For real

used to declare that something is genuine or is actually the case.

"I'm not playing games—this is for real!"

by Arminkshipper June 20, 2025

For real

used in questions to express surprise or to question the truth or solemnity of what one has seen or heard.

"are these guys for real?"

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Get real!

used to convey that an idea or statement is stupid or excessively visionary.

"You want teens to have committed sexual relationships? Get real!"

by Arminkshipper June 20, 2025