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unrealistic

re·al·is·tic
U u

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [ree-uh-lis-tik]
    • /ˌri əˈlɪs tɪk/
    • /ˌʌn.rɪəˈlɪs.tɪk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ree-uh-lis-tik]
    • /ˌri əˈlɪs tɪk/

Definitions of unrealistic word

  • adjective unrealistic interested in, concerned with, or based on what is real or practical: a realistic estimate of costs; a realistic planner. 1
  • adjective unrealistic pertaining to, characterized by, or given to the representation in literature or art of things as they really are: a realistic novel. 1
  • adjective unrealistic resembling or simulating real life: a duck hunter skilled at making realistic decoys. 1
  • adjective unrealistic Philosophy. of or relating to realists or realism. 1
  • adjective unrealistic idea: impractical 1
  • adjective unrealistic person: idealistic 1

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Origin of unrealistic

First appearance:

before 1855
One of the 30% newest English words
First recorded in 1855-60; realist + -ic

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Parts of speech for Unrealistic

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

unrealistic popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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Synonyms for unrealistic

adj unrealistic

  • caricatural — a picture, description, etc., ludicrously exaggerating the peculiarities or defects of persons or things: His caricature of the mayor in this morning's paper is the best he's ever drawn.
  • chimeric — unreal; imaginary; visionary: a chimerical terrestrial paradise.
  • crazy — If you describe someone or something as crazy, you think they are very foolish or strange.
  • delusional — having false or unrealistic beliefs or opinions: Senators who think they will get agreement on a comprehensive tax bill are delusional.
  • derisory — If you describe something such as an amount of money as derisory, you are emphasizing that it is so small or inadequate that it seems silly or not worth considering.

adjective unrealistic

  • chimeral — Of or pertaining to a chimera (in all senses).
  • crackpot — If you describe someone or their ideas as crackpot, you disapprove of them because you think that their ideas are strange and crazy.
  • exaggerated — That has been described as greater than it actually is; abnormally increased or enlarged.
  • idealised — to make ideal; represent in an ideal form or character; exalt to an ideal perfection or excellence.
  • idealized — to make ideal; represent in an ideal form or character; exalt to an ideal perfection or excellence.

Antonyms for unrealistic

adj unrealistic

  • all there — having his or her wits about him or her; of normal intelligence
  • boy scout — The Boy Scouts is an organization for boys which teaches them discipline and practical skills.
  • clear-headed — If you describe someone as clear-headed, you mean that they are sensible and think clearly, especially in difficult situations.
  • clear-sighted — If you describe someone as clear-sighted, you admire them because they are able to understand situations well and to make sensible judgments and decisions about them.
  • cognitive — Cognitive means relating to the mental process involved in knowing, learning, and understanding things.

adjective unrealistic

  • achievable — If you say that something you are trying to do is achievable, you mean that it is possible for you to succeed in doing it.
  • coolheaded — not easily flustered; calm
  • extensional — Of or pertaining to extension.
  • faithful — strict or thorough in the performance of duty: a faithful worker.
  • hardboiled — Alternative spelling of hard-boiled.

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