Added 9 October 2026
realistic
/ˌɹɪəˈlɪs.tɪk/ adjective
In Latin: reālisticus Wiktionary
adjective Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about realistic at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Expressed or represented as being accurate, practicable, or not idealistic.
A realistic appraisal of the situation.
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Relating to the representation of objects, actions or conditions as they actually are or were.
A realistic novel about the Victorian poor.
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Possible or practical to achieve; based on what is real or practical.
a realistic goal