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Definition of realistically
realistically
/ˌɹiː.əˈlɪs.tɪ.kli/
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Adjective:realistic
realistically Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
5
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• adverb
1
In a way that demonstrates a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected.
Example
"Realistically, we cannot finish the entire renovation before the end of the month."
2
In a manner that accurately and lifelikely represents things as they are in real life.
Example
"The novel realistically portrays the daily struggles of working-class families in the nineteenth century."
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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Realistically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/realistically