as in abstract
using elements of form (as color, line, or texture) with little or no attempt at creating a realistic picture
a nonrealistic rendering of the chaos and destruction wreaked by war
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Recent Examples of nonrealistic
In keeping with Welles, Coen adopts a nonrealistic approach to the setting.
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Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2022
Los Angeles Times, 14 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonrealistic
abstract
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In a world where professional development often feels abstract, especially in hybrid environments, business travel offers something tangible: face time, proximity, and momentum.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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For many families, especially those navigating corn allergies, these policy choices aren't abstract.—
Brett Kittredge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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“Nonrealistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonrealistic. Accessed 12 Aug. 2025.
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