realm

noun

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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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Unlikely, perhaps, but not out of the realm of possibility. Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025 Unintentionally, Antioch’s efforts at civic acknowledgment had crossed into the realm of memory. Beth Lew-Williams, New Yorker, 13 Sep. 2025 From the sleek lines of automotive design studios to the vibrant canvases of local and national artists, Joan has carried her eye for innovation into a new realm. William Jones, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025 And though Americans increasingly have an interest in—or a need for—BNPL, data suggests that late payments extend beyond the realm of a traditional credit card. Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025 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 15 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

realm

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

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