idealism
noun/aɪˈdiəlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #11,740 most common English word
Meaning
The belief in or pursuit of high or noble principles and ideals, sometimes without regard for practical limitations.
Example sentence
Her speech was full of idealism about creating a perfect and just society.
Synonyms & related words
- optimism
- utopianism
- romanticism
- idealization
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