realm

noun

ˈrelm How to pronounce realm (audio)
Synonyms of realm
1
: kingdom sense 3
2
: sphere, domain
within the realm of possibility
3
: a primary marine or terrestrial biogeographic division of the earth's surface

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new discoveries in the realm of medicine in political and legal realms
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Outside the food realm, Ayesha Curry has taken on roles in films. — Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026 To map out these heavenly realms takes a certain amount of ego and pollyannaism otherwise absent from Reilly’s worldview. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 30 July 2026 And is designing your own wedding dress in the realm of possibilities? — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The preview opens with an introduction to demon king Ravana asserting his dominion across the three realms of heaven, earth, and the underworld. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 30 July 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

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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 1 Aug. 2026.

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realm

noun
ˈrelm How to pronounce realm (audio)
1
: kingdom sense 1
2
: field of influence or activity
the realm of art

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