idealism

Noun
  1. (philosophy) the philosophical theory that ideas are the only reality (synset 105980970)
    referred to in: philosophy - the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics
    is a type of: philosophical doctrine, philosophical theory - a doctrine accepted by adherents to a philosophy
  2. Impracticality by virtue of thinking of things in their ideal form rather than as they really are (synset 105159943)
    is a type of: impracticality - concerned with theoretical possibilities rather than actual use
    subtypes:
  3. Elevated ideals or conduct;
    The quality of believing that ideals should be pursued (synset 104877838)
    is a type of: grandeur, magnanimousness, nobility, nobleness - the quality of elevation of mind and exaltation of character or ideals or conduct
    same as: high-mindedness, noble-mindedness

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