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pragmatist

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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. 1.One who acts in a practical or straightforward manner; one who is pragmatic; one who values practicality or pragmatism.
  2. 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. 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. 4.An advocate of pragmatism.
  5. 5.One who studies pragmatics.

adjective

  1. 1.Advocating pragmatism.

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