virtual reality

noun

: an artificial environment which is experienced through sensory stimuli (such as sights and sounds) provided by a computer and in which one's actions partially determine what happens in the environment

also : the technology used to create or access a virtual reality

Examples of virtual reality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Research shows that virtual reality experiences significantly increase empathy and the intention to donate compared to traditional media. —Megan Bruneau, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025

Technology offers many exciting opportunities, with one study finding that the use of a virtual reality interface to train people in prison on job interviewing contributed to more job offers and lower recidivism upon release. —Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025

Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit, Nintendo's ambitious build-it-yourself virtual reality headset made of cardboard. —Matt Kamen, Wired News, 16 Apr. 2025

The workout collection requires a subscription to the Supernatural app and a Meta Quest virtual reality headset, which starts at $299.99. —Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1987, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for virtual reality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality

Kids Definition

virtual reality

noun

: an artificial environment which is experienced through sights and sounds provided by a computer and in which one's actions partly decide what happens in the environment