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idealistic

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i·de·al·is·tic  (-d-lstk)
adj.
Of, relating to, or having the nature of an idealist or idealism.

ide·al·isti·cal·ly adv.
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Adj.1.idealistic - of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas
2.idealistic - of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style; "an exalted ideal"; "argue in terms of high-flown ideals"- Oliver Franks; "a noble and lofty concept"; "a grand purpose"
noble - having or showing or indicative of high or elevated character; "a noble spirit"; "noble deeds"

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Pity, too, was aroused, and innocent, idealistic thoughts of reform.
Again, it's the fashion now to say that women are more practical and less idealistic than men, also that they have considerable organising ability but no sense of honour'--query, what is meant by masculine term, honour?
It is too much to ask; but I so seldom see just what I want--the idealistic in the real.
 
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