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What is another word for Realism? – 118 Realism Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    pragmatism practicality authenticity genuineness verisimilitude factualism actualism naturalism sincerity honesty truthfulness factuality accuracy precision faithfulness veracity candor frankness openness straightforwardness matter-of-factness down-to-earthness hardheadedness sensibleness rationality reasonableness common sense levelheadedness sobriety

    Meaning of Realism

    The primary meaning of "Realism" is a concern for fact or reality and rejection of the impractical and visionary.

    Definitions

    • A concern for fact or reality and rejection of the impractical and visionary
    • * The doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms and that knowledge should be based on observation and experience
    • * A style of art or literature that depicts everyday life and people in a realistic and factual way

    Etymology of Realism

    The word "Realism" has its roots in the mid-19th century, derived from the Latin "realis," meaning "actual" or "factual"
    The term gained prominence in the context of art and literature, particularly in the movement that sought to accurately depict modern life

    Example Uses

    • The author's commitment to realism in her writing made her stories feel incredibly authentic
    • * The artist's realism was evident in the intricate details and textures of his paintings
    • * The politician's realism about the economic situation helped to manage expectations and make practical decisions

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    idealism romanticism fantasy illusion delusion imagination fantasy fiction unreality falsity artificiality pretence deception exaggeration distortion misrepresentation fabrication myth legend fairy tale fantasy world utopianism optimism pessimism cynicism skepticism

    Related Nouns

    reality fact truth actuality authenticity genuineness verisimilitude naturalism pragmatism practicality sensibleness rationality reasonableness common sense levelheadedness sobriety matter-of-factness down-to-earthness hardheadedness faithfulness accuracy precision

    Related Verbs

    realize actualize materialize substantiate verify authenticate validate certify confirm demonstrate exhibit display show depict portray represent illustrate exemplify instantiate

    Related Adjectives

    realistic real actual factual true authentic genuine verisimilar natural practical sensible rational reasonable common-sensical levelheaded sober matter-of-fact down-to-earth hardheaded faithful accurate precise