Idealistic
ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk
Definitions
Holding or pursuing ideals, often to an impractical or unrealistic degree.
ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk
Having or characterized by ideals; impractical; visionary.
She was an idealistic young woman, determined to change the world.
💡 Simply: Being super excited about making the world a better place, even if it seems like a bit of a dream. Like, believing everyone can be friends and there will be no more problems!
👶 For kids: Thinking the world could be perfect and believing good things will happen.
More Examples
His idealistic vision of the future clashed with the harsh realities of the present.
The idealistic plans of the reformers were often met with resistance.
How It's Used
"The idealistic politician believed in a society free of poverty and inequality."
"His idealistic worldview prioritized moral principles over practical concerns."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
pie in the sky
Something that is hoped for but unlikely to happen.
"His plan to build a spaceship and travel to Mars was just pie in the sky."
From 'ideal' (a concept of perfection) + '-istic' (a suffix indicating a characteristic). Originates in the early 19th century, reflecting the philosophical movements emphasizing the importance of ideals and abstract principles.
The term gained traction during the 19th century, coinciding with the rise of Romanticism and philosophical movements emphasizing the power of ideas.
Memory tip
Imagine an 'ideal' world, very perfect. The 'istic' part means having this perfect vision.
Word Origin
"idea (from Greek 'idea', meaning 'form' or 'pattern')"