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The synonyms of “Unrealistic” are: impractical, impracticable, unworkable, unfeasible, unlifelike, unnatural, unrepresentative, abstract
Unrealistic as an Adjective
Definitions of "Unrealistic" as an adjective
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “unrealistic” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
- Not realistic.
Synonyms of "Unrealistic" as an adjective (8 Words)
abstract | Dealing with a subject in the abstract without practical purpose or intention. Abstract science. |
impracticable | Not capable of being carried out or put into practice. Refloating the sunken ship proved impracticable because of its fragility. |
impractical | Not practical; not workable or not given to practical matters. Impractical high heels. |
unfeasible | Not capable of being carried out or put into practice. A suggested reform that was unfeasible in the prevailing circumstances. |
unlifelike | Without substance. |
unnatural | (of feelings or behaviour) contrary to what is seen as normal, conventional, or acceptable. Death by unnatural causes. |
unrepresentative | Not typical of a class, group, or body of opinion. Behavior quite unrepresentative or atypical of the profession. |
unworkable | Not capable of being carried out or put into practice. An unworkable scheme. |
Usage Examples of "Unrealistic" as an adjective
- It was unrealistic to expect changes to be made overnight.
- Unrealistic expectations.
- Prices at unrealistic high levels.