Realm

Pronunciation: /rɛlm/

Definitions of realm

noun an area or field of activity or interest

Example Sentences

A1 In the realm of fairy tales, anything is possible.

A2 She felt like she didn't belong in the realm of high society.

B1 Exploring the realm of science fiction can be mind-bending.

B2 The realm of international politics is complex and ever-changing.

C1 His expertise in the realm of economics is widely recognized.

C2 She has made significant contributions to the realm of medical research.

Examples of realm in a Sentence

formal The concept of justice is often discussed in the realm of legal philosophy.

informal In the realm of fashion, trends come and go quickly.

slang I'm not sure if I want to enter the realm of online gaming, it seems like a whole other world.

figurative His mind wandered into the realm of imagination as he daydreamed about his future.

Grammatical Forms of realm

• past tense: realmed
• plural: realms
• comparative: more real
• superlative: most real
• present tense: realms
• future tense: will realm
• perfect tense: have realmed
• continuous tense: is realming
• singular: realm
• positive degree: real
• infinitive: to realm
• gerund: realming
• participle: realmed

Origin and Evolution of realm

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'realm' originated from the Old French word 'realme' which was derived from the Latin word 'regalis' meaning royal or kingly.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'realm' has evolved to refer to a kingdom or domain ruled by a monarch, and more broadly to any sphere or domain in which a particular activity or influence is dominant.