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The correct spelling is pragmatist.
How to pronounce pragmatist
noun
Say it like: Pra-gma-tis-t
The correct spelling is pragmatist. One who acts in a practical or straightforward manner; one who is pragmatic; one who values practicality or pragmatism. For example: "A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers."
Usage Examples
“A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers.”
“I'm not a thief, I am a pragmatist. I need this bread to feed my family.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.One who acts in a practical or straightforward manner; one who is pragmatic; one who values practicality or pragmatism.
- 2.One who acts in response to particular situations rather than upon abstract ideals; one who is willing to ignore their ideals to accomplish goals.
- 3.One who belongs to the philosophic school of pragmatism; one who holds that the meaning of beliefs are the actions they entail, and that the truth of those beliefs consist in the actions they entail successfully leading a believer to their goals.
- 4.An advocate of pragmatism.
- 5.One who studies pragmatics.
adjective
- 1.Advocating pragmatism.
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