real-life

[ree-uhl-lahyf, reel-]

adjective

1. existing or happening in reality.

   real-life drama.

real life

noun

1. 1. actual human life, as lived by real people, esp contrasted with the lives of fictional or fantasy characters

      miracles don't happen in real life

   2. ( as modifier )

      a real-life mystery

Word History and Origins

Origin of real life¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Related Words

• actual 
• authentic 
• concrete 
• corporal 
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• honest 
• legitimate 
• physical 
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