/ ˌriːəˈlɪstɪkli; NAmE ; BrE also ˌrɪə-/ adverb
1.
used to say what you think can actually be achieved in a particular situation :
Realistically, there is little prospect of a ceasefire.
2.
in a way that shows sb accepts in a sensible way what it is actually possible to do or achieve :
How many can you realistically hope to sell?
Kate spoke realistically about the task ahead.
3.
in a way that represents things as they are in real life :
a fireplace with realistically glowing coals