REALISM
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Realism.
Realism - as a noun
The attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pragmatism17The state of being actual or real
Example: "The reality of his situation slowly dawned on him"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reality10realness8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
actuality14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that physical objects continue to exist when not perceived
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
naive realismAn artistic movement in 19th century france; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
naturalism12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
art movementartistic movementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that abstract concepts exist independent of their names
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
platonism13Example Sentences
"The artist's painting was praised for its realism and attention to detail."
"In philosophy, realism is the belief that objects exist independently of our perception or knowledge of them."
"The film director aimed for realism by shooting on location instead of using studio sets."
"The scientist argued that a dose of optimism is needed to balance out the harshness of realism."
"Moral realism posits that moral facts exist objectively and independently of human opinions."
Word Game Points
Is REALISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, realism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REALISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is REALISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, realism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREALISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is REALISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, realism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREALISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
