unrealistic

adjective

un·​re·​al·​is·​tic ˌən-ˌrē-ə-ˈli-stik 

: not realistic : inappropriate to reality or fact

unrealistically

ˌən-ˌrē-ə-ˈli-sti-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

Examples of unrealistic in a Sentence

It's unrealistic to expect so much.

The dialogue in the movie was unrealistic.

Recent Examples on the Web

This can lead them to take oversized positions, pursue excessive risk and chase unrealistic returns. — Michael Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

The notion that families should provide care without additional support is unrealistic and shortsighted, especially for families of people with highly complex medical or behavioral needs. — Barbara Merrill, Time, 11 Aug. 2026

Some described many of the more radical DSA ideas as unrealistic or ideological tests. — Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

For most actors, playing a real person in a biopic comes with an unrealistic amount of pressure. — Matt Minton, Variety, 8 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unrealistic

• agonistic
• altruistic
• animistic
• aphoristic
• atheistic
• atomistic
• cabalistic
• calvinistic
• chauvinistic
• dualistic
• egoistic
• egotistic