How to Pronounce "idealist"
word
aɪˈdiɫɪst
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aɪdˈiəlɪst
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Definition
An idealist is someone who believes strongly in high or perfect ideals and tries to act according to them, often imagining the world could be better than it is.
IPA Transcription
American English
aɪˈdiɫɪst
British English
aɪdˈiəlɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
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Listen in Context
My sister is an idealist who believes everyone can be good.
An idealist always hopes for a better future.
He was called an idealist because of his big dreams.
You’re such an idealist—not everything works out perfectly in real life.