CeeLo Green

I'm drawn to the unconventional because I've been drawn unconventionally. I believe that I'm supposed to topple over these false images of what's idealistically beautiful. Because, of course, these intangible qualities are very attractive to women. Sincerity. Sense of humor. Success.

American Musician

Stephen Chbosky

When you think back to your first kiss, your hair is perfect and she was wearing a cool outfit. We remember it with restraint and we remember it with style. We remember it as idealistically as you can think.

American Novelist

Aaron Sorkin

I like writing idealistically, romantically and swashbucklingly.

American Screenwriter

Use 'idealistically' to convey a positive and hopeful perspective.

Positive Tone

'Idealistically' fits well when talking about visionary goals or missions.

Visionary Context

Although ambitious, 'idealistically' doesn't always imply naivety; context matters.

Not Always Naive

'Idealistically' implies a clash between ideals and practical reality.

Practicality Clash

Critics use 'idealistically' to suggest unrealism in others' plans or thoughts.

Critics' Keyword

When something seems unlikely to work, describe it as 'idealistically conceived'.