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Topic: Beliefs

realist

IPA: /ˈrɪəlɪst/

KK: /ˈriːəlɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who believes in or practices realism, focusing on practical and literal aspects of life or art rather than idealism.

Example: As a realist, she preferred to see things as they truly are, without embellishment or fantasy.

realistic

IPA: /rɪˈælɪstɪk/

KK: /rɪˈælɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: This word describes something that is practical and true to life, showing things as they really are rather than in an idealized or exaggerated way.

Example: The movie provided a realistic portrayal of life in the city.

realistically

IPA: /rɪəˈlɪstɪkli/

KK: /rɪˈælɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is practical and sensible, considering the actual situation rather than what is ideal or hoped for.

Example: We need to plan realistically to ensure we can meet our goals.

realization

IPA: /ˌriːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of becoming aware of something or understanding it clearly.

Example: Her realization that she needed to change her lifestyle came after the doctor’s visit.

realize

IPA: /ˈriːəlaɪz/

KK: /ˈriːəlaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become aware of something or to understand it clearly.

Example: I didn't realize how much time had passed while I was reading.

transitive verb

Definition: To become aware of something or to understand it clearly; to make something real or to achieve it.

Example: She finally realized her dream of traveling the world.

realness

IPA: /ˈriːəl.nəs/

KK: /ˈriːəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being genuine or true, rather than fake or imagined.

Example: The artist's work captures the realness of everyday life.

realpolitik

IPA: /ˌreɪəlˈpɒlɪtɪk/

KK: /rɛəlˈpɒlɪtɪk/

noun

Definition: A type of politics that focuses on practical and material interests instead of moral or ethical considerations.

Example: The government adopted a realpolitik approach to strengthen its position in international relations.

reappraisal

IPA: //ˌriːəˈpreɪzəl//

KK: /riˈæprɪzəl/

noun

Definition: A new evaluation or assessment of something, often to reconsider its value or importance.

Example: After the project was completed, the team conducted a reappraisal of their initial goals.

reappraise

IPA: //ˌriːəˈpreɪz//

KK: /riˈæpreɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To evaluate or assess something again, often to change or update the previous judgment.

Example: After the new evidence came to light, the committee decided to reappraise the situation.

reason

IPA: /ˈriːzən/

KK: /ˈrizən/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think logically or to engage in logical discussion.

Example: She began to reason with him about the importance of studying.

noun

Definition: A cause or explanation for something, often used to justify actions or decisions.

Example: She gave a clear reason for her choice to move to another city.

transitive verb

Definition: To think logically about something in order to understand it or to make a decision.

Example: She tried to reason with him about the importance of studying.

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