English / phrase
in reality
MEANING IN ENGLISH
As it actually is, in contrast with what people believe, assume, or pretend.
In context
01
They pretended that their dispute had blown over, but in reality, deep resentment still lingered.
02
People often assume that admitting fault is painful, but in reality, it brings tremendous inner relief.
Synonyms
in truth,practically,essentially
Antonyms
in fantasy,superficially,seemingly
Collocations
in reality simple,harsh in reality,perceived vs in reality