For Idealism we have terms and definitions in 3 topics. The topics are Evolution, Poetry and Political.

Idealism (Evolution)

The philosophical theory that there are fundamental non-material "ideas," "plans," or "forms" underlying the phenomena we observe in nature. It has been historically influential in classification.

Idealism (Poetry)

The artistic theory or practice that affirms the preeminent values of ideas and imagination, as compared with the faithful portrayal of nature in realism.
(Compare Classicism, Imagism, Impressionism, Metaphysical,
Objectivism, Romanticism, Symbolism)

Idealism (Political)

The belief that politics should be governed by high ideals, based on the perception of how things should be rather than how they actually are. The term usually suggests impracticality, something that does not take into account the inherent imperfections and limitations of human nature and society.

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