Ideal | Mean of ideal in English Dictionary

/aɪˈdiːl/

• exactly right for a particular purpose, situation, or person
1. ideal weather
2. the ideal man/woman
3. It was an ideal spot for a vacation.
4. She is an ideal candidate for the job.
5. The conference provided us with an ideal opportunity to meet new people.
6. In an ideal world [=a perfect world without problems] there would be no war.
7. The conditions were far from ideal. [=were not good at all]
• Noun
• an idea or standard of perfection or excellence
1. an ideal of romantic love
2. The organization has remained true to its ideals. [=has continued to work for and support the goals that it considers most worthwhile and important]
3. He hasn't lived up to his high ideals.
• someone or something that is believed to be perfect
1. She considers the actress her ideal.