practical

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to things that are actual and achievable; realistic and sensible.

  - "A practical solution to the problem is needed."
  - "The practical application of this theory is yet to be seen."
  - "Practical experience is important for students."

• adjective

  Capable of being done or carried out; effective.

  - "The practical nurse can administer medication."
  - "This practical joke was very funny."
  - "A practical approach to solving the problem is necessary."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɹæktɪkəl/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

theoretical , impractical , impractical

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with practical
hackle , crackle , knickknack , quackle

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Variants

List of all variants of practical that leads to same result
practical , practicaler , practicalest , practicalities , practicality , practicalness , practicalnesses , practicals , practical art , practical arts , practical joke , practical joker , practical jokers , practical jokes , practical nurse , practical nurses , practical theologies , practical theology , licensed practical nurse , licensed practical nurses , for (all) practical purposes , for all practical purposes , for practical purposes

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Forms

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practicability, practicabilities, practically

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'practicus', meaning 'skilled in action or business'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'practical' comes from the Latin word 'practicum', which means 'exercise' or 'practice'.

2. In mathematics, a practical number is one that can be expressed as the sum of two cubes in two different ways.

3. The term 'practical joker' refers to someone who enjoys playing harmless pranks or jokes.

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Related Concepts

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1. pragmatism: A philosophical movement that emphasizes practical solutions and actions over abstract theories and ideals.

2. realism: A literary movement that focuses on depicting reality in an honest and straightforward way.

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Culture

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In literature, practical is often used to describe characters or situations that are realistic and down-to-earth. In art, practicality may refer to the use of materials and techniques that are functional and effective. In music, practical may describe a performance that is well-rehearsed and executed with precision.

How to Memorize "practical"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a practical solution to a problem as a well-planned and effective strategy.
   - Imagine a practical object, such as a tool or device, being used to accomplish a task.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'practical' with the idea of being realistic and effective.
   - Think of practical as the opposite of impractical or theoretical.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'P-R-A-CT-I-C-A-L' to remember the meaning of practical: 'P' for practical, 'R' for realistic, 'A' for achievable, 'C' for common sense, 'T' for tangible, 'I' for implement, 'C' for carry out, and 'A' for apply.

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