ideal

How to use ideal in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for ideal.

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So I'm not quite sure what his ideal outcome is here.

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Quick take

the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of ideal gathered in one view.

noun

the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain

noun

model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal

adjective

conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for ideal.

noun

the idea of something that is perfect; something that one hopes to attain

noun

model of excellence or perfection of a kind; one having no equal

See also: paragon, nonpareil, saint, apotheosis, nonesuch, nonsuch

adjective

conforming to an ultimate standard of perfection or excellence; embodying an ideal

adjective

constituting or existing only in the form of an idea or mental image or conception; "a poem or essay may be typical of its period in idea or ideal content"

adjective

of or relating to the philosophical doctrine of the reality of ideas

Example sentences

So I'm not quite sure what his ideal outcome is here.

Click to Flash is the ideal middle ground for mobile devices.

Or, on the positive side, maybe it means taking funds on less than ideal terms but from an investor who will add large value to the venture apart from the cash element.

It’s rugged build and cloud managed interface make it ideal for “away teams”, monitoring systems in remote locations, and businesses with challenging infrastructure.

You've already made a significant investment into the company, and from their perspective, an ideal/successful squeeze-out is one that deprives you of that ownership interest entirely.