as in optimism
the attitude of a person who believes that it is possible to live according to very high standards of behavior and honesty
youthful idealism romantic idealism
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Recent Examples of idealism
Palau’s re-calibration reflects a broader trend among island nations: pragmatism over idealism.
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Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Needless to say, there are some signs Harry may be reverting to the idealism that characterized his first few years in America.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
Ironically, the Slavophiles’ argument came straight out of European Romanticism and idealism, which similarly questioned the rationalist claims of the Enlightenment.
—James Verini, The New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2025
According to Lalich, there’s one consistent trait among those who join cults, online or otherwise: idealism.
—David Peisner, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2025
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Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Needless to say, there are some signs Harry may be reverting to the idealism that characterized his first few years in America.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
Ironically, the Slavophiles’ argument came straight out of European Romanticism and idealism, which similarly questioned the rationalist claims of the Enlightenment.
—James Verini, The New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2025
According to Lalich, there’s one consistent trait among those who join cults, online or otherwise: idealism.
—David Peisner, Rolling Stone, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for idealism
Noun
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Still, there's reason for optimism: the Spurs acquired De'Aaron Fox from the Kings and look poised to be a serious threat next season.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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There’s some optimism that a deal will be struck with Dish.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
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That’s been evident for a few weeks, but even Wells questioned Boone’s sincerity when the manager first approached him with the idea of batting first.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2025
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Bali observes Nyepi with absolute sincerity as even the island’s airport shuts down.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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On the contrary, the narrative voice mixes naivete and disbelief.—
Bartolomeo Sala,
The Dial,
27 Mar. 2025
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One character starts with hope and naivete, and the other with the wisdom that comes from tough, life-altering experiences.—
Nick Jonas,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Cruelty and condescension also figure frequently in the director’s work, bringing an acrid aftertaste to this reflection on the insularity of wealth and class, and the naivety of showing disdain for privilege to well-heeled prospective in-laws.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
3 Sep. 2019
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Chicago victims of credit card scam warn others to be on guard: ‘I was just blinded by my naivety’ Chicago victims of credit card scam warn others to be on guard: 'I was just blinded by my naivety' Editorial: Donald Trump uses Democrats as stooges at address to Congress.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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