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adjective
- 1. satisfying one's conception of what is perfect; most suitable: "the swimming pool is ideal for a quick dip" Similar Opposite
- 2. existing only in the imagination; desirable or perfect but not likely to become a reality: "in an ideal world, we might have made a different decision" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a person or thing regarded as perfect: "you're my ideal of how a man should be" Similar
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1. : a standard of perfection, beauty, or excellence. 2. : one regarded as exemplifying an ideal and often taken as a model for imitation.
IDEAL definition: 1. perfect, or the best possible: 2. a principle or a way of behaving that is of a very high…. Learn more.
an ultimate object or aim of endeavor, especially one of high or noble character: He refuses to compromise any of his ideals. Synonyms: objective, intention. something that exists only in the imagination: To achieve the ideal is almost hopeless.
1. a conception of something that is perfect, esp that which one seeks to attain. 2. a person or thing considered to represent perfection. he's her ideal. 3. something existing only as an idea. 4. a pattern or model, esp of ethical behaviour.
An ideal is a model of something perfect or without equal. As an adjective, ideal describes this ultimate standard for excellence, or something that exists only as an idea.
1. Conforming to a standard of perfection or excellence; perfect or highly satisfactory: an ideal work environment. 2. a. Existing only in the mind; imaginary: an ideal world where everything works out fine. b. Lacking practicality or the possibility of realization: an ideal notion of how businesses are run. 3. Philosophy. a.
An ideal is a principle, idea, or standard that seems very good and worth trying to achieve.
IDEAL definition: 1. perfect, or the best possible: 2. a belief about the way you think something should be: 3. a…. Learn more.
There are 12 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word ideal. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
ideal. noun. OPAL W. /aɪˈdiːəl/. /aɪˈdiːəl/. [countable] an idea or standard that seems perfect, and worth trying to achieve or obtain. He was accused of betraying his political ideals. She found it hard to live up to his high ideals. advancing the ideals of freedom and democracy.
