noun
chimera
An imagined possibility or hope that cannot be realized.
A world without any disagreement remains a chimera despite the leader's promises.
Etymology
The name belongs to a mythical creature combining different animals. Its impossible form supplied a figure for an imagined scheme or hope that cannot become reality.
More examples
- He chased the chimera of effortless wealth.
- The perfect solution proved a chimera.
- She abandoned the chimera of controlling every outcome.
Forms
chimera · chimeras
Similar words
- dream
- A dream may be achievable; chimera marks a hope or possibility as unrealizable.