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realistic
re·al·is·tic
[
r ə lístik
]
adjective
Definition:
1.
practical:
seeking what is achievable or possible, based on known facts
Set realistic goals when looking for a new job.
2.
simulating reality:
simulating real things or imaginary things in a way that seems real
computer games with realistic graphics
3.
reasonable:
not priced or valued too low or high
a realistic price
4.
representing life accurately:
in the arts and literature, representing life as it really is, rather than an idealized picture of it
5.
philosophy
relating to realism:
relating to philosophical theories of realism
re·al·is·ti·cal·ly
[
r ə lístikəlee
]
adverb
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re·al·is·ti·cal·ly [ r ə lístikəlee ] adverb
