Synonyms of unrealistic

unrealistic

adjective

1

as in ridiculous

not likely to occur in the real world

The movie's unrealistic dialogue kept distracting me from the story.

Related Words

• ridiculous
• absurd
• incredible
• silly
• artificial
• comical
• unnatural
• unreasonable
• pathetic
• forced
• unbelievable
• unreal
• inconceivable
• fantastic
• fake
• nonrealistic
• ludicrous
• far-fetched
• contrived
• laughable
• preposterous
• irrational
• farcical
• phony
• derisive
• nonsensical
• insane
• illogical
• feigned
• nonnatural
• crazy
• risible
• wacky
• derisory
• pretended
• jerky
• nutty
• cockamamy
• half-baked
• cuckoo
• senseless
• kooky
• screwball

Dissimilar Words

• realistic
• natural
• reasonable
• logical
• rational
• lifelike
• sensible
• credible
• conceivable
• believable

2

as in unreasonable

based on what is wanted or hoped for rather than on what is possible or likely

He had unrealistic expectations about the type of apartment he could afford on his meager salary.

The valuation placed on this company is completely unrealistic.

Related Words

• unreasonable
• irrational
• impractical
• idealistic
• utopian
• romantic
• illogical
• quixotic
• nonrealistic
• idealist
• optimistic
• sentimental
• quixotical
• starry-eyed
• visionary
• unworkable
• half-baked
• starry
• impracticable
• useless
• hopeful
• rosy
• Pollyannaish
• upbeat

Dissimilar Words

• realistic
• practical
• pragmatic
• clear-eyed
• clear-sighted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unrealistic

The author contends the Fed cannot control price shifts stemming from sophisticated global cooperation, new technologies, or supply chain disruptions, making blame for inflation or expectations of quick fixes unrealistic. — John Tamny, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Heavy workloads, long hours, unrealistic expectations, little control over one's schedule and a lack of recognition or support can all contribute. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 21 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

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