idealless

adjective

Definition of ideallessnext
as in practical

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  1. practical
  2. utilitarian
  3. pragmatic
  4. realistic
  5. reasonable
  6. matter-of-fact
  7. logical
  8. down-to-earth
Adjective
  • One practical investment of time, money, or effort can give a larger idea somewhere real to begin.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Advances in electrical power systems, tracking technology, beam control and compact high-energy lasers are making the concept increasingly practical.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of practical
Adjective
  • As opposed to a sneaker’s usual lace-up closures, this offered the sneaker heels a utilitarian touch seen in most sportswear.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026
  • This utilitarian, high-neck pocket jacket immediately caught my attention.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of utilitarian
Adjective
  • Barkov, a workout fiend, is taking a pragmatic approach to his latest injury.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Pan, meanwhile, cast himself as a pragmatic and health-focused politician who would reverse the policies passed by Republicans.
    — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of pragmatic
Adjective
  • This was a back-door effort to coerce Detroit to phase out the internal combustion engine, as the only realistic way car makers could meet the requirement was to massively expand their EV or hybrid inventories.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Oct. 2026
  • The center is designed to develop and train humanoids specifically for public safety applications, with engineers using realistic environments and mock-ups to test the machines and collect training data.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of realistic
Adjective
  • Our responsibility is to provide accurate medical information, compassionate counseling and the full range of medically reasonable options so patients can make informed decisions consistent with their values.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • North Carolina has embraced pro-economic growth policies, like lower taxes and reasonable regulations.
    — Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • Most UConn women’s basketball Big East games are matter-of-fact affairs.
    — Kels Dayton, Hartford Courant, 1 Oct. 2026
  • The awards staff and everyone connected to it is very matter-of-fact about the importance of children and things that are made for them.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of matter-of-fact
Adjective
  • Overall, the feasibility study said the annexation area represents a logical extension of the city’s existing urban development pattern.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
  • But when considering your approach, know that what seems logical and well-meaning to you may be unhelpful or even harmful.
    — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of logical
Adjective
  • Its inclusion in the corridors of power is characteristic of the 52-year-old executive, whom colleagues describe as committed, charismatic and down-to-earth.
    — Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
  • That tracks here, but with a more down-to-earth take on glamour.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of down-to-earth
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