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realism vs reality
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| realismnoun/ˈriː.ə.lɪ.zəm/ | Meaning showing life as it really is in art or writing; also accepting situations as they really are | Goes with magical realism | Example The film's gritty realism shocked audiences used to romantic comedies. |
| realitynoun/riˈæl.ə.ti/ | Meaning the way things really are, not the way you imagine or hope they are | Goes with in reality | Example In reality, the job was much harder than the advert said. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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