pragmatic

Meanings

• adjective

  practical and sensible in dealing with problems or situations, especially in a way that is efficient and effective.

  - "The pragmatic approach to problem solving was successful."
  - "Pragmatic thinking is essential in business."
  - "His pragmatic solution to the crisis was admired by all."

• adjective

  concerned with things that are actual and practical rather than theoretical or ideal.

  - "The pragmatic politician focused on solving real-world problems."
  - "The pragmatic scientist prefers experiments to theories."
  - "His pragmatic approach to life helped him succeed."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pragmatic
dramatic , hypnotic , pathetic , tragic

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Variants

List of all variants of pragmatic that leads to same result
pragmatic , pragmatical , pragmatically , pragmatics , pragmatic sanction , pragmatic sanctions

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Etymology

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derived from the Greek word pragmatikos, meaning 'practical, dealing with things'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pragmatic' is often used interchangeably with 'practical' and 'realistic'.

2. Pragmatism was a major philosophical movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which emphasized the practical application of ideas.

3. The term 'pragmatic' is derived from the Greek word pragmatikos, which means 'practical, dealing with things'.

4. Pragmatism is sometimes contrasted with idealism, which emphasizes abstract theories and principles over practical applications.

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Related Concepts

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1. practicality: The quality or state of being practical or sensible.

2. utilitarianism: A philosophical theory advocating that the greatest good for the greatest number should be the guiding principle of conduct.

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Quotes

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1. … and her mysticism never failed to exasperate her "pragmatic", mountain-climbing daughter.

   - Salman Rushdie,{it}The Satanic Verses{/it},1989

2. In their universe, romance is totally detached from {wi}pragmatic{/wi} concerns and societal pressures …

   - Lev Grossman,{it}Time{/it},24 Jan. 2005

3. … "pragmatic" enough to have held on to their day jobs for years after they were putting out records.

   - Chris Mundy,{it}Rolling Stone{/it},16 Sept. 1993

4. … their "pragmatic" successors like Benjamin Franklin were concerned with lightning's … power but not its thrilling scenic value.

   - John Updike,{it}New York Review of Books{/it},15 Aug. 2002

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Culture

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The term 'pragmatic' has been used extensively in various fields, including philosophy, psychology, and politics.

How to Memorize "pragmatic"

1. visualize
   

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2. associate
   

   - Associate the word pragmatic with practical, sensible, and efficient.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym PRACTICAL to remember the meaning: Practical, Reasonable, Adaptable, Clear, Thorough, Informed, Analytical, Logical.

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