Unreal

/ʌnˈrɪəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not existing in reality; fictitious or imaginary.

The special effects in the movie were so impressive that the dragons seemed unreal.

Unbelievable; difficult to comprehend as true.

Winning the lottery felt unreal to her, as she never thought it could happen.

Not conforming to a standard of reality; very unusual or bizarre.

The colors in the painting were so vibrant that they almost appeared unreal.

Dreamlike or surreal.

His experience at the festival was so magical that it felt unreal.

From 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'real'

unrealistic expectations

Expectations that are not likely to be fulfilled or are impractical.

living in an unreal world

Not perceiving or acknowledging reality; being disconnected from practical matters.

unreal experience

An event or situation that feels extraordinary or beyond belief.

reality

The state of things as they actually exist.

illusion

A deceptive appearance or impression.

fantasy

The faculty or activity of imagining impossible or improbable things.

Incredible; amazing.

The party was unreal, I can't believe how fun it was!

Difficult to believe; exaggerated.

That goal was unreal, I didn't think anyone could score like that!