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Definition unrealistic in American English

unrealistic adjective

adjective
/ˌʌnriəˈlɪstɪk/
1

based on hopes or wishes, and not on what is likely or possible

Example

Many people in the workplace are set completely unrealistic targets.

Example

It is unrealistic to expect children to sit quietly that long.

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Definition unrealistic in American English