Ideal (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain.

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Hypernyms

• Thought

Hyponyms

• Model
• Beau Ideal
• Standard
• Example
• Idol
• Good Example
• Perfection

Related Words

• Idealize (verb)
• Idealise (verb)

Meaning ²

Model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Synonyms

• Nonpareil
• Apotheosis
• Nonsuch
• Nonesuch
• Paragon
• Saint

Hypernyms

• Role Model

Hyponyms

• Jimhickey
• Crackerjack