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Definition of realistically adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

realistically

adverb
 
/ˌriːəˈlɪstɪkli/,
 
/ˌrɪəˈlɪstɪkli/
 
/ˌriːəˈlɪstɪkli/
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  1. used to say what you think can actually be achieved in a particular situation
    • Realistically, there is little prospect of a ceasefire.
  2. in a way that shows somebody accepts in a sensible way what it is actually possible to do or achieve
    • How many can you realistically hope to sell?
    • Kate spoke realistically about the task ahead.
  3. in a way that represents things as they are in real life
    • a fireplace with realistically glowing coals
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