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    Chimérique (en. Chimerical)

    ki-me-ri-k

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Not conforming to reality, belonging to the imaginary.
    His project seemed so chimerical that it convinced no one.
    Son projet semblait tellement chimérique qu'il ne convainc personne.
    Related to the chimera, a mythical creature.
    In his story, he talks about a chimerical adventure in Wonderland.
    Dans son récit, il parle d'une aventure chimérique au pays des merveilles.
    Characterized by unrealistic and impractical ideas.
    The chimerical promises of the politician disappointed many voters.
    Les promesses chimériques du politicien ont déçu de nombreux électeurs.

    Etymology

    Comes from the French 'chimère', derived from the Greek 'khimaira'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a chimerical idea
    an unrealistic idea often perceived as impossible.
    une idée chimérique
    a chimerical project
    a project that seems too good to be true.
    un projet chimérique
    chimerical dream
    a dream that cannot be realized.
    rêve chimérique

    Related Words

    chimera
    Mythological creature, often symbolizing the impossible.
    chimère
    illusion
    A deceptive perception of reality.
    illusion

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to a person who dreams too much and does not realize reality.
    This guy is really chimerical; he thinks he can become a millionaire in a day.
    Ce type est vraiment chimérique, il pense qu'il peut devenir millionnaire en un jour.
    In a mocking tone, refers to unrealistic ideas.
    His plans are so chimerical that they deserve to be classified under 'fantasy'.
    Ses plans sont si chimériques qu'ils méritent d'être classés dans la rubrique 'fantaisie'.