idealism

Word parts

ideal + -ism

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ʌɪˈdɪəlɪz(ə)m/ or /ʌɪˈdiːəlɪz(ə)m/

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Noun

Singular idealism

Plural idealisms

1. (uncountable) Idealism is a way of thinking that believes ideas and values are the most important things in life and the world.

   Her idealism led her to believe that everyone could work together to create a better society.

Related words

• idea
• ideal
• idealist