# physicality

/fˈɪzɪkˈælɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/physicality
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

the way a person or thing looks and feels in the real world. It describes the actual, tangible parts of something rather than just its ideas or feelings.

For teachers: the tangible, material, or corporeal nature of a person or object. Refers to the physical presence or the way something is physically manifested in the world.

## Examples

- The actor's physicality made the character feel very real.
- The architect focused on the physicality of the building, ensuring the materials felt warm and inviting to the touch.
- While the plot was simple, the film's success relied entirely on the physicality of the performances and the stunning, realistic set design.

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