How to Use "Ideal" with Example Sentences

ideal (n): a person or thing regarded as perfect; the standard of perfection

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Used with adjectives:

"We expect high ideals from our leaders."
(high)

"He has a traditional ideal of marriage."
(traditional)

"You and I have very different ethical ideals."
(ethical, political, social, cultural, moral)

"Her father does not agree with her liberal ideals."
(liberal, Democratic, socialist)

Used with verbs:

"His parents are committed to the old ideals."
(be + committed to, believe in, cling to, embrace)

"My wife and I share the same ideals."
(share, have)

"A reporter must strive for the ideals of truth."
(strive for, pursue, uphold, promote)

"The religious leader was accused of betraying his moral ideals."
(betraying, abandoning)

"Your words and actions should reflect your ideals."
(reflect, represent, embody)

ideal (adj): perfect

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Used with verbs:

"The large house makes it ideal for their growing family."
(makes it, seems, looks)

"I consider our neighborhood ideal to raise a family."
(consider)

Used with adverbs:

"That church is an absolutely ideal location for a wedding."
(absolutely, perfectly)

"Her work schedule is practically ideal for a single mom."
(practically, almost)

Used with prepositions:

"The classroom setting was ideal for learning."
(for)

Used with nouns:

"She is an ideal candidate for the job."
(candidate, choice, person)

"The hotel provided the ideal conditions for an outdoor wedding."
(conditions, environment, destination, location, setting, venue)

"He was offered an ideal opportunity to display his talent."
(opportunity, chance, position, starting point)