realm

noun

Synonyms of realmnext
1
2
: sphere, domain
within the realm of possibility
3
: a primary marine or terrestrial biogeographic division of the earth's surface

Examples of realm in a Sentence

new discoveries in the realm of medicine in political and legal realms
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With Kali and Eleven still alive, there will always be a portal to the human realm, and the military will always be chasing them down. Yohana Desta, Rolling Stone, 4 Jan. 2026 There are still growing pains, including in the regulatory and implementation realm. Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 4 Jan. 2026 Beyond this period, 2026 can bring many blessings in the realms of career, finance, creativity, innovation, protection, love, and family. Kimberly King, Baltimore Sun, 3 Jan. 2026 Beyond this period, 2026 can bring many blessings in the realms of career, finance, creativity, innovation, protection, love and family. Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 3 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for realm

Word History

Etymology

Middle English realme, from Anglo-French, alteration of Old French reiame, from Latin regimen control — more at regimen

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of realm was in the 13th century

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“Realm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/realm. Accessed 6 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

realm

noun
1
2
: field of influence or activity
the realm of art

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