Realistically

adv

adv ·5 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adverb

1
In a realistic manner.
"The dream of a junkless, truly functional workspace is one fantasy you can realistically fulfill. It's downright exciting just to think about it!"
2
According to what is real or possible.
"Realistically what did you think would happen?"

Adverb

1
in a manner that closely resembles the original object wordnet
2
in a realistic manner wordnet

Synonyms

faithfully graphically practically practice

Antonyms

unrealistically

Example

"Though realistically the stock market is risky, it can still be worth investing in."

Etymology

From realistic + -ally.

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