Definitions

1. noun

A person who believes in or accepts reality as it is, without illusions or exaggerations.

“He was a realist who didn’t sugarcoat the truth.”

2. noun

A person who represents the actual conditions or facts of a situation, especially in art, literature, or film.

“The realist painter depicted the harsh conditions of the working class.”

3. adjective

Accepting or representing reality as it is.

“The realist approach to politics involves acknowledging the complexities of the issue.”