Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'idealistic'

English Word: idealistic

Key Russian Translations:

• идеалистический [i.dʲi.ə.lʲiˈstʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj] - [Formal, used in philosophical or intellectual contexts]

Frequency: Medium (Common in academic, literary, and philosophical discussions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate, as it involves abstract concepts and requires familiarity with Russian adjective forms; suitable for learners with a solid grasp of vocabulary and grammar)

Pronunciation (Russian):

идеалистический: [i.dʲi.ə.lʲiˈstʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj]

Note on идеалистический: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ("stʲi"), which can be tricky for English speakers due to the palatalized consonants (e.g., 'dʲ' and 't͡ɕ'). Pronunciation may vary slightly in rapid speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Pursuing high ideals; often impractical or visionary

Translation(s) & Context:

• идеалистический - Used in formal contexts to describe someone or something that prioritizes ideals over practical realities, such as in philosophy, politics, or literature.

Usage Examples:

• Он идеалистический мыслитель, всегда верящий в лучшее будущее.

  He is an idealistic thinker, always believing in a better future.

• Её идеалистические взгляды на общество часто приводят к разочарованиям.

  Her idealistic views on society often lead to disappointments.

• Идеалистический подход к бизнесу может быть вдохновляющим, но не всегда эффективным.

  An idealistic approach to business can be inspiring but not always effective.

• В молодости он был идеалистическим активистом, борющимся за социальные изменения.

  In his youth, he was an idealistic activist fighting for social change.

• Идеалистический роман Толстого отражает вечные человеческие ценности.

  Tolstoy's idealistic novel reflects eternal human values.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

идеалистический is an adjective, which follows the standard patterns of Russian adjective declension. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. Below is a table showing its key inflections:

Note: This is a regular adjective, so it follows the first declension pattern without irregularities.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • идеальный (idealnyy) - More general, meaning perfect or exemplary, but can overlap in contexts of high aspirations.
  • романтический (romanticheskiy) - Emphasizes emotional or visionary aspects, often with a poetic connotation.
• Antonyms:
  • реалистический (realisticheskiy) - Focuses on practicality and facts over ideals.
  • прагматичный (pragmatichnyy) - Highlights a results-oriented approach, contrasting with idealism.

Related Phrases:

• идеалистические взгляды - Idealistic views; often used in discussions of philosophy or politics to describe optimistic but impractical perspectives.
• идеалистический подход - Idealistic approach; refers to methods driven by principles rather than realism, common in educational or reform contexts.
• идеалистический роман - Idealistic novel; a literary term for works emphasizing moral ideals, as seen in Russian classics.

Usage Notes:

идеалистический directly corresponds to the English "idealistic" in formal contexts, particularly when describing people, ideas, or movements that prioritize abstract principles. It is typically used in written Russian or educated speech, so avoid it in casual conversations. When choosing between synonyms like идеальный, consider the nuance: идеалистический implies a focus on unattainable ideals, while идеальный means "perfect." Grammatically, always ensure agreement with the noun's gender, number, and case. For English learners, this word is useful in comparative structures, e.g., "more idealistic than realistic."

Common Errors:

• Confusing it with "идеальный" (idealnyy), which means "perfect" rather than "idealistic." Error example: Saying "Он идеальный мыслитель" to mean "He is an idealistic thinker," which actually implies "He is a perfect thinker." Correct: "Он идеалистический мыслитель." Explanation: идейный carries the sense of pursuing ideals, so use it for abstract aspirations, not literal perfection.

• Forgetting adjective agreement, e.g., using "идеалистический" with a feminine noun without changing to "идеалистическая." Error example: "Эта идея идеалистический" (incorrect). Correct: "Эта идея идеалистическая." Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender, so always check the context.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, idealism is a prominent theme in literature and philosophy, influenced by figures like Tolstoy and Dostoevsky. For instance, characters in Russian novels often embody idealistic traits, reflecting the historical tension between utopian visions and the harsh realities of Russian society, such as during the revolutionary periods. This word can evoke a sense of romantic aspiration, but it may also carry undertones of naivety in modern contexts.

Related Concepts:

• романтизм (romanticism)
• утопия (utopia)
• идеализм (idealism, as a philosophical concept)