Realist
(noun)
A person who believes in or practices the principles of realism, especially in art or literature.
Origin:
The word "realist" is formed by adding suffix "-ist" to the word "realism" and it refers to a person who believes in or practices the principles of realism, especially in art or literature.
Examples:
- He was a realist painter who focused on everyday life.
- The author is considered a realist because of his focus on the gritty details of everyday life.
- The realist in the group argued that the plan was too idealistic.
- The realist approach to the situation was to be practical and not get carried away with unrealistic ideas.
- The realist had a clear-eyed view of the world and didn't believe in sugarcoating the truth.