idealist
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/aɪˈdiːəlɪst/
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/aɪˈdɪəlɪst/
pursuer of ideals
Etymology
Etymology Information
'idealist' originates from the French word 'idéaliste', which is derived from 'idéal', meaning 'ideal'.
Historical Evolution
'idéaliste' transformed into the English word 'idealist' during the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who pursues ideals', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is guided more by ideals than by practical considerations.
As an idealist, she believed in the possibility of world peace.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45