idealistic

Word parts

idealist + -ic or ideal + -istic

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌʌɪdɪəˈlɪstɪk/ or /ʌɪˌdɪəˈlɪstɪk/ or /ʌɪˌdiːəˈlɪstɪk/

Adjective

Positive idealistic

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something is idealistic, it is expressed as an idea that is difficult to be achieved.
   • Antonym: realistic
2. If you are idealistic, you see the world the way you want it to be and expect positive outcomes.

Related words

• idea
• ideal
• idealism
• idealist