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unrealistic

adjective/ˌʌn.rɪˈlɪs.tɪk/

not having a basis in reality or truth

Many people have unrealistic expectations about how quickly they can achieve their career goals.

impracticalunattainablefanciful
word origin — The word 'unrealistic' is formed by adding the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' to 'realistic', which derives from 'realism' based on the Latin 'realis' meaning 'actual' or 'true'.