REAL-WORLD Synonyms: 91 Similar and Opposite Words

real-world

adjective

Definition of real-world

as in real-life

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Recent Examples of real-world In that hands-on evaluation, the reviewer put the Flow 2 through extensive real-world testing across two months in a demanding household environment, covering over 100 cleaning jobs and more than 18,500 square feet of floor space. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 Successful adoption depends on listening to the skilled people doing the work, addressing practical concerns and making sure the technology supports real-world workflows. — Natalie Lemke, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026 The digital twins replicate the real-world changing environments and aging infrastructure and can be used to predict what is likely to occur. — Ming Xiao, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2026 In my phishing protection test, Avira successfully detected and defeated 100% of real-world phishing frauds. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for real-world

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While Boyle’s Bankman-Fried seems a little more grounded than his real-life counterpart, Garner’s high-wire swing as Ellison is mesmerizing — her kookiest turn yet in a career of big swings.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2026
Harington who starred as Jon Snow in GOT, is a real-life descendant of Catesby, and lead a cast also including Liv Tyler (The Lord of the Rings), Mark Gatiss (Sherlock) and Peter Mullan (My Name is Joe).

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of real-life

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The longer the song goes on, the more the relentless pulse of the drums starts to seem indifferent and mechanical, an actual machine with no awareness of human life, while the drones grow longer and feel more and more like deep sighs.

— Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026
The company disputes that 27 odor complaints since 2024 and 67 videos of work being done outside permitted hours referenced in a city staff report represent actual violations of the city’s noise, odor and operating hour rules.

— Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of actual

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Non-traditional cuts of steaks are the order of the day at Alvear Grill, while L'Orangerie y el Jardin d'Hiver serves a breakfast buffet that's a real treat, and afternoon tea with white-gloved waiters.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Those changes represented real progress, Davis said, but the industry largely failed to question the commercial system into which those materials were being introduced.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of real

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Through its authentic portrayal of professional equestrian sport, the show aims to offer a rare glimpse into a fascinating world, one that’s defined by prestige, pressure to perform and tradition.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
However, this is a stellar opportunity to dig into excellent, authentic Thai dishes (no punches held on sour or spice), and the Thai Wok Omelet with blue crab and morning glory at breakfast is exceedingly memorable.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of authentic

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The rule has traditionally included exemptions for bona fide news programming, but the FCC has raised questions about whether some political talk-show appearances qualify for those protections.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
In the ’90s and early 2000s, Sarah Jessica Parker cemented herself as a bona fide fashion darling, wearing looks from designers like Oscar de La Renta and Chanel.

— Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of bona fide

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From Omi—which has endeared itself to our editors with its surprisingly effective peptide supplements—these gummies not only taste like pie filling but contain IFP-131 Hair Growth Peptides.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
The offense has been very impressive with big numbers on the scoreboard, and the run-pass mix has been effective in getting the ball to seven receivers.

— AJC.com, AJC.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of effective

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Since fashion businesses are aiming to streamline their operations, reduce excess inventory and improve forecasting, both leaders stress that the adoption of new technologies must lead to concrete commercial outcomes.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
In a city better known for restrained modernism, La Tulipe is a playful bouquet of concrete and colored glass.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026

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