Real

Real

1. Being or occurring in fact or actuality. She had a real illness this time.
2. True and actual; not imaginary. We had a real problem.
3. Being no less than what is stated; worthy of the name. She was a real friend to us.
4. Not to be taken lightly; serious. We're in real trouble this time.
5. Genuine and authentic; not artificial. She wore a real mink coat.
6. Relating to, being, or having value reckoned by actual purchasing power. The economy showed real growth.

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What you see is not a real mermaid