ideellist

Ideellist is a term that can refer to a philosophical stance or a personal characteristic. In philosophy, "idealist" denotes adherence to idealism, a broad category of metaphysics that asserts reality, or reality as humans know it, is fundamentally mental, mentally constructed, or otherwise immaterial. Idealists believe that the world is fundamentally composed of ideas or consciousness rather than material substance. This can manifest in various forms, such as subjective idealism, which posits that reality is dependent on individual minds, or objective idealism, which suggests an independent, universal consciousness or mind.

As a personal characteristic, an "idealist" is someone who is guided more by ideals than by practical considerations. An idealist often holds strong beliefs about how things *should* be and strives to achieve those ideals, sometimes to the point of overlooking practical limitations or potential negative consequences. They may be driven by a vision of a better future or a strong moral compass. This can lead to them being perceived as optimistic, visionary, or sometimes naive, depending on the context and the specific nature of their ideals. The term is generally used in contrast to a "realist," who is seen as focusing on practical realities and limitations.