Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
for-real
Phrase
/fɔːr rɪˈəl/
Definition
An expression used to confirm that something is genuine or true.
Examples
- Are you for-real about going skydiving this weekend?
- She was for-real when she said she wanted to be an astronaut.
- I can’t believe he won the lottery—are you for-real?
Meaning
The phrase ‘for-real’ emphasizes sincerity or authenticity, often in response to something surprising or unbelievable.
Synonyms
- seriously
- genuinely
- truthfully
