unrealistic
adjective
un·re·al·is·tic
ˌən-ˌrē-ə-ˈli-stik 
: not realistic : inappropriate to reality or fact
Examples of unrealistic in a Sentence
It's unrealistic to expect so much.
The dialogue in the movie was unrealistic.
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Establishing clear role boundaries, delegating effectively and recalibrating unrealistic expectations are the markers of mature leadership design.
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Nakisha Dixon, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Districts are using one-time funds to pay for long-term commitments, setting unrealistic budget goals and avoiding transparency.
—East Bay Times Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
For younger workers who feel retirement to be a distant, even unrealistic, prospect, an ownership stake can open up a world of possibilities.
—Matt Helmer, Fortune, 23 May 2026
That projected $6 billion in synergies over three years from the Paramount acquisition of WBD is arguably unrealistic.
—Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
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Nakisha Dixon, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Districts are using one-time funds to pay for long-term commitments, setting unrealistic budget goals and avoiding transparency.
—East Bay Times Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
For younger workers who feel retirement to be a distant, even unrealistic, prospect, an ownership stake can open up a world of possibilities.
—Matt Helmer, Fortune, 23 May 2026
That projected $6 billion in synergies over three years from the Paramount acquisition of WBD is arguably unrealistic.
—Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
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“Unrealistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrealistic. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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