pragmatism

noun
UK: /ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/
US: /ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/

  1. A practical approach to solving problems, focusing on what works best rather than on abstract theories.

    1. His pragmatism helps him fix things easily.
    2. Her political pragmatism led her to compromise on key issues to achieve a positive outcome.

  2. The quality of being more influenced by practical considerations than by ideals.

    1. Pragmatism made them choose the cheap option.
    2. Economic pragmatism dictated a reduction in public spending, despite ideological objections.

  3. A philosophical movement emphasizing practical consequences and usefulness.

    1. Pragmatism influenced many social policies.
    2. American pragmatism, with its focus on experience and experiment, had a profound impact on education.

Synonyms

sense common sense realism efficiency expediency
pragmatism verb

  1. To approach a situation in a practical and realistic way.

    1. We need to pragmatism the task.
    2. To effectively manage the crisis, we must pragmatism our response, focusing on immediate needs and long-term sustainability.
pragmatism adjective

  1. Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical considerations.

    1. She is pragmatism about her career.
    2. A pragmatism approach is needed to solve this complex environmental challenge, balancing economic realities with ecological concerns.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "pragmatism" in English means: A practical approach to solving problems, focusing on what works best rather than on abstract theories., The quality of being more influenced by practical considerations than by ideals., A philosophical movement emphasizing practical consequences and usefulness..

The phonetic transcription of "pragmatism" is /ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/ in British English and /ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "pragmatism": sense, common sense, realism, efficiency, expediency.

Example usage of "pragmatism": "His pragmatism helps him fix things easily.". More examples on the page.