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Definition of unreal

unreal

/ʌnˈriːl/
un · real
Adverb:unreally
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• adjective

1

Imaginary, illusory, or lacking in actual existence and factual basis.

Example

"The novel creates an unreal world populated by mythical creatures and floating islands."

2

So strange, bizarre, or unfamiliar as to seem like a dream or hallucination.

Example

"Walking through the deserted city center at midday felt completely unreal."

3

So impressive, extraordinary, or extreme as to be hard to believe (informal).

Example

"The view from the mountain peak at sunrise was absolutely unreal."

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• Rhymes for unreal

• Nearby Words

unreadably
unreadiness
unready
unreal
unrealism
unrealistic
unrealistically

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unreal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unreal
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