ideal
n
1 archetype, criterion, epitome, example, exemplar, last word, model, nonpareil, paradigm, paragon, pattern, perfection, prototype, standard, standard of perfection
2 (often plural)
moral value, principle, standard
adj
3 archetypal, classic, complete, consummate, model, optimal, perfect, quintessential, supreme
4 abstract, conceptual, hypothetical, intellectual, mental, notional, theoretical, transcendental
5 fanciful, imagal (Psychoanalysis) imaginary, impractical, ivory-tower, unattainable, unreal, Utopian, visionary
Antonyms
, adj
3 deficient, flawed, impaired, imperfect, unsuitable
5 actual, factual, literal, mundane, ordinary, real