idealizers
/aɪˈdiːəˌlaɪzərz/
NOUN
1. People who imagine or pursue ideals
People who form, promote, or pursue idealized visions, principles, or goals, often emphasizing perfection, optimism, or the possibility of a better world.
1.1. Idealistic imagination and dreaming
People who imagine ideal situations, entertain hopeful visions, or focus on possibilities that may be more perfect than reality.
Synonyms
- idealists
- dreamers
- daydreamers
- fantasizers
- fantasts
- utopians
- visionaries
- romantics
- romanticists
- Pollyannas
- woolgatherers
Antonyms
- cynics
- pessimists
- defeatists
- realists
- pragmatists
Examples
- The think tank brought together a group of visionary idealizers to brainstorm innovative solutions.
- The conference attracted tech industry idealizers eager to explore cutting-edge advancements.
Related Words
- idealism
- idealistic
- optimists
- sentimentalists
- perfectionists
- imagination
- utopianism
1.2. Advocates of social improvement and reform
People who promote ideal principles, advocate positive change, or work toward improving society and its institutions.
Synonyms
- reformers
- do-gooders
- visionaries
- idealists
Antonyms
- cynics
- defeatists
- pessimists
Examples
- The organization thrived on the diversity of its members, each contributing as enthusiastic idealizers of positive change.
Related Words
1.3. People who develop theories and concepts
People who formulate abstract ideas, theoretical visions, or conceptual approaches, particularly when imagining how things could be organized or improved.
Synonyms
- theorists
- thinkers
- visionaries
- idealists
Antonyms
- empiricists
- empirics
- pragmatists
- hardnoses
Examples
- The team of urban planners were regarded as expert idealizers of sustainable and aesthetically pleasing cityscapes.
Related Words
- doctrinaires
- doctrinaires
- ideologues
- ideologues
- conceptualizers
- philosophers