unrealistic
adjective
un·re·al·is·tic
ˌən-ˌrē-ə-ˈli-stik 
: not realistic : inappropriate to reality or fact
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It's unrealistic to expect so much.
The dialogue in the movie was unrealistic.
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Paula Chesley, STAT, 3 June 2026
Which was widely panned for its unrealistic plot, laughable dialogue, and inexplicable plotting.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2026
Its innocent and sunny version of Gen Z young adulthood is beautiful but unrealistic.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 2 June 2026
Over the last few years, Victoria’s Secret has faced a range of savvy, upstart competitors, shifting views over beauty standards and criticisms over perpetuating unrealistic stereotypes, particularly through its models.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 2 June 2026
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“Unrealistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrealistic. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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