idealism
Translation
idealism
Examples
Her youthful idealism was inspiring.
Her youthful idealism was inspiring.
Political idealism often clashes with reality.
Political idealism often clashes with reality.
Grammar Patterns
idealism the practice of forming or pursuing ideals, especially unrealistically. Her youthful idealism was inspiring.
Similar Words
Synonyms: utopianism, optimism; Antonyms: realism, cynicism, pragmatism
Etymology
From 'ideal' + '-ism' (a suffix denoting a practice, system, or philosophy).
Memory Tips
The belief (-ism) in 'ideals'.