Definitions

1. noun

a standard or model of perfection or excellence; a perfect or nearly perfect example of something.

“He had an ideal of what he wanted his life to be like after college.”

2. adjective

most excellent or superior; having all the qualities required for something to be perfect.

“She was an ideal student, always excelling in her classes.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is considered to be the best or most perfect of its kind.

“Tom Cruise is often considered an ideal male lead in Hollywood movies.”

4. verb

to make or represent as being perfect or ideal.

“The marketing team tried to idealize their product to appeal to their target audience.”