Basic Details
Word: Reality
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The state of things as they actually exist, not as they are imagined or hoped to be.
Synonyms: Actuality, existence, truth
Antonyms: Illusion, fantasy, dream
Idioms and Phrases
- Face the music: To confront the consequences of one's actions. Example: "I had to face the music when I realised my project was not finished on time."
- Wake up and smell the coffee: To become aware of the truth of a situation. Example: "After failing his exam, he needed to wake up and smell the coffee about his study habits."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The children learned that reality can sometimes be different from what they see in movies.
Example 2: It was hard for her to accept the reality of moving to a new town, but she tried to stay positive.
Example 3: The reality show depicted the everyday lives of the contestants in a way that fascinated viewers.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "reality" comes from the Latin word "realitas," which means "real" or "actual"? It was first used in English in the late 14th century!
Famous Quote
"Reality leaves a lot to the imagination." John Lennon
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "reality" mean?
a) What is imagined
b) The state of things as they actually exist
c) Something that only happens in dreams
d) A type of fiction
Answer: b) The state of things as they actually exist
2. Which of these is a synonym of "reality"?
a) Illusion
b) Actuality
c) Fantasy
d) Story
Answer: b) Actuality
3. Which word is an antonym of "reality"?
a) Existence
b) Truth
c) Dream
d) Fact
Answer: c) Dream
4. Which sentence uses "reality" correctly?
a) The reality of the situation is that we need to work hard to succeed.
b) He was living in reality when he dreamed of flying.
c) The reality was a wonderful place to visit.
d) Her reality is to become a famous singer in her sleep.
Answer: a) The reality of the situation is that we need to work hard to succeed.
5. What does the idiom "wake up and smell the coffee" suggest?
a) To enjoy a meal
b) To ignore what is happening
c) To become aware of the truth of a situation
d) To only dream about something
Answer: c) To become aware of the truth of a situation
