Realism Definition & Meaning

realism
noun
  1. the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth
  2. the state of being actual or real; "the reality of his situation slowly dawned on him"
  3. (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that physical objects continue to exist when not perceived
  4. an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description
  5. (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that abstract concepts exist independent of their names

"Realism" in song lyrics

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  • "Heredity animate me, social realism"
    2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger
  • "Organized organism, revolution realism"
    A.D.O.R. — Superfly
  • "My method of division is fiction versus realism"
    Bless 1 f/ Infini — A Place in the Sun

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Usage tips for "realism"

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