1. a philosopher who believes that universals are real and exist independently of anyone thinking of them (Freq. 1) • Derivationally related forms: realistic, realism • Hypernyms: philosopher • Hyponyms: pragmatist 2. a person who accepts the world as it literally is and deals with it accordingly • Derivationally related forms: realistic, realism • Hypernyms: person, individual, someone, somebody, mortal, soul • Hyponyms: pragmatist 3. a painter who represents the world realistically and not in an idealized or romantic style • Derivationally related forms: realistic, realism • Hypernyms: painter
