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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Quiñones, an artist known as @skullsqwat and stylist to It-girl supreme and rock-star newlywed Gabbriette (known to her as Gabi), dwells in many realms. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 Writing, particularly poetry, for Wright is a form of channeling the spiritual realm and connecting with her inner self. — Sonjirose Chin, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2026 Closure is fleeting, particularly in the realm of murder and death. — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The film imagines a colorful, family-friendly realm concealed just under the surface of video games themselves, populated by a covert guild of guardians tasked with keeping each title operating and preserving every player’s journey. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Sep. 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 4 Sep. 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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