What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
idealistic
Example
She has an idealistic view of the world and believes that people can make a positive change. [idealistic: adjective]
Example
The idealistic young man dreamed of a world without war or poverty. [idealistic: adjective]
idealist
Example
As an idealist, he believed that everyone could work together to create a better world. [idealist: noun]
Example
She was an idealist who refused to compromise her values for personal gain. [idealist: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Idealistic is more commonly used than idealist in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between idealistic and idealist?
Both idealistic and idealist are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
