English · Adjectives
pragmatic
/præɡˈmæt.ɪk/
[/præɡˈmæt.ɪk/]
practical and realistic
Advancedadjective
Definition
Dealing with problems in a practical, realistic way rather than relying on theory or ideals.
Example
Rather than debating ideals, she took a pragmatic approach and fixed the most urgent issue first.
Rather than debating ideals, she took a pragmatic approach and fixed the most urgent issue first.
Etymology
From Greek 'pragmatikos' (relating to fact), from 'pragma' (deed).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in business, politics, and everyday formal contexts to praise practicality.