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The drawing looked realistic because the shadows matched the light.
What does Realistic mean?
Realistic means true to life or sensible.
Dictionary definition
Showing things as they really are, or sensible about what can actually happen.
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A realistic goal gives you a challenge you can actually reach.
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The author made the character feel realistic by giving her believable thoughts and choices.
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What does realistic mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to realistic?
Lifelike is close in meaning to realistic.
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WordRealistic.
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MeaningRealistic means true to life or sensible.
ExampleExample: The drawing looked realistic because the shadows matched the light.
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- ree · uh · lis · tik
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- lis
- Ending
- tik
- Tip
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unrealisticA contrast for something that is not practical or believable.
imaginaryA contrast for something made up rather than real.
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Realistic word family
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realistic
adverb
realistically
In a realistic or sensible way.
noun
realism
A style or idea focused on showing life as it is.
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