unrealistically

Thân thiện

He sets unrealistically high goals for every project.

Definition

Adverb: In a manner that is not realistic; not based on or aligned with what is practical, achievable, or true to life.

Usage

The adverb "unrealistically" is used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate that an action, expectation, standard, or depiction is not grounded in reality or practicality.

Examples

• He unrealistically expected to master the language in just one month.
• The budget was unrealistically low for such an ambitious project.
• The movie portrays the life of a scientist unrealistically, focusing only on dramatic moments.
• She had hoped, perhaps unrealistically, for a perfect solution.

Advanced Usage

• "To price something unrealistically": To set a price for an item or service that is far too high or too low compared to its market value or cost.
  • The seller had priced the old car unrealistically, so no one made an offer.
• "To set an unrealistically high/low bar": To establish a standard or expectation that is excessively difficult or easy to meet.
  • By setting an unrealistically high bar for success, she often felt disappointed.

Variants and Related Words

• Unrealistic (adjective): Not realistic.
  • His plan was completely unrealistic.
• Realistically (adverb): In a realistic manner. (Antonym)
  • We need to assess the situation realistically.

Synonyms

• Impractically
• Over-optimistically
• Idealistically (Note: This often implies a hopeful, positive unreality, while "unrealistically" is more neutral or negative.)

Antonyms

• Realistically
• Practically
• Reasonably

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in an unrealistic manner
   • his expectations were unrealistically high