unrealistic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌʌn.riː.əˈlɪs.tɪk/

Definition

Not seeming real or possible; not based on facts or reality.

Examples

• His expectations for the project were completely unrealistic.

• The idea of finishing the report by tomorrow is unrealistic.

• She had an unrealistic view of what she could achieve in one year.

Synonyms of unrealistic

Words with a similar meaning to unrealistic:

• unlikely
• implausible
• untenable
• chimerical

Antonyms of unrealistic

Words with the opposite meaning to unrealistic:

• realistic
• practical
• feasible

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