Synonyms for Real
Definition of real
adverb
- used as intensifiers; `real' is sometimes used informally for `really'; `rattling' is informal; "she was very gifted"; "he played very well"; "a really enjoyable evening"; "I'm real sorry about it"; "a rattling good yarn"
adjective
- being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory; "real objects"; "real people; not ghosts"; "a film based on real life"; "a real illness"; "real humility"; "Life is real! Life is earnest!"- Longfellow
- no less than what is stated; worthy of the name; "the real reason"; "real war"; "a real friend"; "a real woman"; "meat and potatoes--I call that a real meal"; "it's time he had a real job"; "it's no penny-ante job--he's making real money"
17 synonyms found
Writing tips for "real"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like actual, concrete, existent can replace "real" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 17 alternatives available, "real" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Real" in song lyrics
See how real is used in real songs:
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"Unnecessary, that I unleash the real"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit] -
"Splurge before the deal, defition of real"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Othorized F.A.M. — Staten Islanders -
"Before they cop a tail, let's keep it real"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Lace — Exclusive Darts