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idealistic

Idealistic (adj) means Driven by high ideals or an image of perfection rather than by practical concerns. Example: “His idealistic plan for world peace ignored basic economics.”

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Driven by high ideals or an image of perfection rather than by practical concerns.
"His idealistic plan for world peace ignored basic economics."
"She had idealistic notions about marriage that reality quickly tested."

How to use idealistic

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In plain EnglishDescribes a plan, person, or belief shaped by an ideal vision rather than what is realistically achievable.

Common pairings
idealistic view idealistic young overly idealistic

Word forms

more idealistic comparative, most idealistic superlative

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Etymology

From idealist + -ic.

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What does “idealistic” mean?

The word “idealistic” means driven by high ideals or an image of perfection rather than by practical concerns. In plain terms, describes a plan, person, or belief shaped by an ideal vision rather than what is realistically achievable.

How do you use “idealistic” in a sentence?

Here is “idealistic” used in a sentence: “His idealistic plan for world peace ignored basic economics.”

What part of speech is “idealistic”?

“Idealistic” is an adjective.

Is “idealistic” a common word?

“Idealistic” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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