Synonyms of in reality

in reality

phrase

1

as in very

in actual fact

She told us the car was as good as new when in reality it needed several repairs.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• very
• really
• truly
• actually
• just
• exactly
• genuinely
• in actuality
• almost
• precisely
• in truth
• authentically
• simply
• certifiably
• nearly
• accurately
• practically
• literally
• veritably
• right
• positively
• virtually
• sharp
• squarely
• smack-dab

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• supposedly
• apparently
• seemingly
• ostensibly
• outwardly
• professedly
• plausibly

2

as in actually

to tell the truth

In reality he's all bark and no bite.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• actually
• really
• honestly
• frankly
• indeed
• to be sure
• truly
• as a matter of fact
• in point of fact
• in actuality
• in fact
• truthfully
• certainly
• absolutely
• admittedly
• positively
• in truth
• verily
• undoubtedly
• forsooth
• unquestionably
• realistically
• indisputably
• indubitably
• veritably

3

as in indeed

not merely this but also

There are in reality a number of issues we'll need to discuss.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• indeed
• truly
• really
• certainly
• definitely
• truly
• surely
• in fact
• nay
• even
• in truth
• yea
• undoubtedly
• verily
• positively
• doubtless
• undeniably
• unquestionably
• decidedly
• assuredly
• indisputably
• incontrovertibly
• incontestably

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of in reality

Our enduring belief that anything is possible — whether based in reality or not — has helped the nation become the world’s largest economy. — Jonathan Fahey, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

When in reality, continuing maintenance therapy is what may help patients stay at that finish line longer. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 9 Sep. 2026

But, in reality, experts say, three of those countries hold the most power. — Tim Backshall, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Sep. 2026

But in reality, Iranian authorities appear perfectly content to see economic activity slow. — Esfandyar Batmanghelidj, Foreign Affairs, 8 Sep. 2026