realreason
nounUK /ˈrɪəl ˈriːzən/
US /ˈriːl ˈriːzən/
The true cause of something that happens.
The realreason she was late was that her bus broke down.
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2. The hidden purpose behind someone's actions.
The realreason he helped was to get a reward.
3. The main fact that explains a problem.
Scientists found the realreason the ice was melting.
4. The honest answer to a question about why something happened.
When asked why he quit, he finally told the realreason.