Definition

In a way that is not real or does not seem real.

Example

The dream felt unreally vivid, as if I were actually there.

Conversation

Did you see that movie last night?

Yeah, it was unreally good, right?

I know! The special effects were just unreally impressive.

Totally! I can't believe how realistic everything looked.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

'un-' (meaning not) and 'really' (from Old French 'reel', meaning actual or true). The word 'unreally' means not actual or not true, describing something that lacks reality or authenticity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') combined with 'true' ('really') to remember that 'unreally' refers to something that is not true or lacks authenticity.

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