idealism

• Substantiv, das eine philosophische Theorie bezeichnet, nach der Ideen die einzige Wirklichkeit sind, oder die Praxis, Ideale zu bilden oder zu verfolgen, besonders unrealistische.

A noun referring to the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality, or the practice of forming or pursuing ideals, especially unrealistically.

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1. Philosophical doctrineC1formalscientific

   The philosophical theory that reality is fundamentally mental or spiritual, and that ideas are the only true reality.

   Idealismus

   • German idealism, particularly the work of Kant and Hegel, shaped modern philosophy.
   • The philosopher argued for a form of idealism where the mind constructs the world we experience.
   • Idealism in metaphysics contrasts sharply with materialism.

   Synonymementalism

   Antonymematerialismphysicalismrealism

2. Impractical thinkingB2formal

   The tendency to think of things in an ideal form rather than as they really are, often leading to impracticality.

   Idealismus

   • His idealism prevented him from seeing the practical difficulties of the plan.
   • The project failed due to the leader's idealism and lack of realistic planning.
   • She was criticized for her idealism in a world that demands pragmatism.

   Synonymedreaminessimpracticalityquixotismromanticismutopianismwishful thinking

   Antonymepracticalitypragmatismrealism

3. Pursuit of high idealsB2formal

   The quality of believing that ideals should be pursued, often involving elevated conduct or noble principles.

   Idealismus

   • The activist's idealism inspired many to fight for social justice.
   • His idealism led him to dedicate his life to helping others.
   • Youthful idealism often drives innovation and change.

   Synonymeaspirationhigh-mindednessloftinessnoble-mindednessutopianism

   Antonymecynicismmaterialismpragmatismrealism