idealism

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Definitions

n.

The tendency to pursue high ideals even when impractical; a philosophical theory that reality is based on ideas or the mind.

理想主义;唯心主义

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
idealstem
+
ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=idealism

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His idealism led him to believe that society could be fundamentally transformed through education.

  • 2.

    The philosopher's idealism emphasized that consciousness and ideas are primary to physical reality.

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