Realistic
easyree-uh-LIS-tik
adjective
Definition
Having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved
Examples
“We need to set realistic goals for the project.”
“His realistic assessment helped the team plan effectively.”
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GRE Tip
Realistic is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "practical" or "pragmatic" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "idealistic".
Related GRE Words
pragmatic
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically; practical
arduous
Requiring great effort; difficult and tiring
aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
resilient
Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and flexible
ambiguous
Open to more than one interpretation; unclear
antagonize
To cause someone to become hostile or angry
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