real-world

adjective

Definition of real-worldnext
as in real-life

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Recent Examples of real-world The two projects will move the microreactor beyond earlier development work and test its performance under conditions closer to real-world deployment. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026 Verification of the redesign and its real-world impact over time are key. — Carolina Rossini, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026 Families are increasingly vacationing during the school year to save money, avoid crowds and give children real-world learning experiences. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 There are already examples of people meddling in real-world events for a payout. — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for real-world
Recent Examples of Synonyms for real-world
  1. real-life
  2. actual
  3. real
  4. authentic
  5. bona fide
  6. factual
  7. effective
  8. concrete
Adjective
  • For the healthcare providers in attendance, the party — which featured games and activities for the kids — is a chance to see the real-life impact of their often emotionally challenging work.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The Looney Tunes animation–live action hybrid film is an inspired David-and-Goliath tale about the overreach and cruelty of corporations in the modern age, and its journey to release is a real-life corollary.
    — Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of real-life
Adjective
  • Professional athletes have joked about it in the past, with even all-time NBA great LeBron James teasing at a potential college sports journey post-retirement—albeit as more of a joke than an actual plan.
    — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has developed a way to test real oil-and-gas-style well equipment using actual supercritical CO₂, rather than testing it with water or air and hoping the results translate.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of actual
Adjective
  • Only 24 and with room to grow, but also real pedigree, Nico felt like the perfect, window-shaping addition.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The shower itself features a deep green wall digitally printed to appear like real tile.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of real
Adjective
  • Sweet Humans is about believing in and elevating independent stories and voices, and building something together where everyone can be their authentic selves.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The author specifically praised Reficco over her thorough research on epilepsy in an effort to offer an authentic portrayal.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of authentic
Adjective
  • Dolly Parton the entertainer was also a bona fide mogul who transformed her corner of Appalachia.
    — Rachel Siegel, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
  • If the offense is even average, the Texans are bona fide Super Bowl contenders.
    — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of bona fide
Adjective
  • The theory, which has no factual basis, underscored how such events can fan mistrust along national lines in the region.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Florida TaxWatch, an organization known for keeping a sharp eye on overspending, has a new website that breaks down the fiscal impact of Amendment 3 in ways that are fair and factual — unlike Ingoglia’s fictional claims.
    — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of factual
Adjective
  • This is about using those moments of irritation to become more peaceful, whole, resourceful and effective leaders and human beings.
    — Dr. Joel M. Rothaizer, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • That means the heat is dangerous for anyone without effective cooling or adequate hydration and can be risky for anyone active in the sun or people in heat-sensitive groups.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of effective
Adjective
  • Apart from deepening its presence in existing markets, IHH is also considering expanding into adjacent countries, though Prem admits that no concrete plans have yet been made.
    — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Brennan points to code review as a concrete example of what the new model looks like.
    — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of concrete

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“Real-world.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/real-world. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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