realism

(noun)

noun

1. the attribute of accepting the facts of life and favoring practicality and literal truth

Similar word(s): pragmatism

Definition categories: attribute, practicality

2. the state of being actual or real

- the reality of his situation slowly dawned on him

Similar word(s): reality, realness

Definition categories: state, actuality

3. (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that physical objects continue to exist when not perceived

Definition categories: thought

4. an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description

Similar word(s): naturalism

Definition categories: group

5. (philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that abstract concepts exist independent of their names

Similar word(s): platonism

Definition categories: thought