plural noun
Different things or worlds that really exist, rather than ideas, dreams, or stories.
Science fiction often explores parallel realities.
The novel moves between two realities.
American English
How to pronounce realities
nounB1Common word
reeAAluhdeez
/ɹiˈæ.lə.ɾiz/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of reality
Different things or worlds that really exist, rather than ideas, dreams, or stories.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
The true situations and facts of different matters, especially when they differ from what people expect or want.
We must face the harsh realities of the situation.
Their dreams clashed with the realities of life in the city.
Useful expressions
in fact; according to the true situation
In reality, the job was much harder.
an experience that makes you understand the true situation
The high rent was a reality check.
a television program about real people, often in competitions or everyday situations
We watched a reality show about chefs.
Related words & forms
The plural is realities, not realitys.