Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
actuality
Noun
/ˌæk.tʃuˈæl.ɪ.ti/
Definition
The state of being actual or real; a fact.
Examples
- The actuality of the event was confirmed by multiple eyewitnesses.
- Although we discussed the idea, its actuality remains uncertain.
- The film’s portrayal of the event was somewhat exaggerated, distancing it from actuality.
Meaning
Actuality refers to the real state of things, as opposed to what might be imagined or proposed. It emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation.
Synonyms
- Reality
- Fact
- Existence
- Veracity
