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Idealism Definition & Meaning

idealism
noun
  1. (philosophy) the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality
  2. impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are
  3. elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued

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  • "the transcendental pangea idealism"
    Noah23 — Saw Palmetto
  • "realism versus idealism"
    AOL — AOL
  • "quotes dealing with idealism"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does idealism mean?
(philosophy) the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued
What part of speech is idealism?
Idealism is a noun.
How many definitions does idealism have?
Idealism has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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