LookItUp

realist

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈriːəlɪst/ · UK /ˈrɪəlɪst/

realist means: Someone who accepts the facts of a situation and makes practical decisions based on them.

noun

PRACTICAL PERSONB2

Someone who accepts the facts of a situation and makes practical decisions based on them.

  • I am a realist.
  • As a realist, she knew the plan would cost too much.
  • Even the optimists became realists when the money ran out.

Similar words: pragmatist

Opposites: idealist, dreamer

Common phrases: be a realist, practical realist

Questions about realist

What does realist mean?

Someone who accepts the facts of a situation and makes practical decisions based on them.

What is realist in other languages?

Türkçe: gerçekçi · Español: realista · Français: réaliste · Deutsch: Realist · Italiano: realista · 日本語: 現実主義者

How do you pronounce realist?

In American English /ˈriːəlɪst/; in British English /ˈrɪəlɪst/.

How do you use realist in a sentence?

I am a realist. As a realist, she knew the plan would cost too much.

Learn realist while you read

LookItUp shows the meaning that fits your sentence, in your language, and turns new words into quick practice cards.

Coming soon on the App Store LookItUp app for iPhone and iPad

realist in other languages

More words