Synonym Dictionary

Strangely dreamlike or unreal in appearance or experience.

Clearly visible or understandable; also seeming true although the reality may differ.

The distance between what someone hopes to attain and their present resources or circumstances.

Genuine in origin or character rather than copied, invented, or falsely presented.

Genuine or made in good faith.

An obvious or misleading pretense that hides the real situation.

To give a concrete form to an idea or represent it fully.

The act of carrying out a plan, decision, or task.

Possible to carry out successfully under the circumstances.

Based on or producing a misleading appearance or illusion.

A clear understanding of an underlying feature, cause, or relationship.

An explanation of what something means, or a particular way of presenting a work.

A contrast between appearance and reality or expectation and outcome; in speech, meaning different from the literal words.

Of an asset, readily convertible to cash.

An emphasis on possessions and physical comfort; in philosophy, the view that reality is fundamentally material.

To become real or take definite form.

Presented as the reason or appearance, though the reality may differ.

Reasoned inquiry into fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, values, and how to live.

Usefulness or feasibility in real circumstances.

Guided by practical results and real circumstances.

An outward appearance or limited likeness that may not reflect the full reality.

Capable of being touched or clearly demonstrated.

Without realizing it or intending the result.