realistic
adj.adj. accepting things as they really are, rather than how you wish they were. It also describes something that is likely to happen or is possible to achieve.
adj. representing things in a way that is accurate and true to life; having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected.
We need to set a realistic deadline for this project.
The director insisted on using practical effects to ensure the film's action sequences looked as realistic as possible.
While the initial proposal was ambitious, the board requested a more realistic assessment of the potential risks and financial requirements before approving the expansion.
From realist + -ic.
Often followed by the preposition 'about' when referring to a person's perspective on a situation.
He is realistic of the situationHe is realistic about the situationWhen describing someone's awareness of reality, the adjective takes 'about' rather than 'of'.