Pragmatic
Pragmatic describes a practical, real-world, results-focused approach rather than theoretical or idealistic ideas.
adjectivePragmatic
Pragmatic describes a practical, real-world, results-focused approach rather than theoretical or idealistic ideas.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a project manager who insists on testing every idea in a small, real-world pilot before scaling up—she chooses plans that work now and can be implemented today, not perfect theories.
Sounds Like
PRAG-mat-ik
Looks Like
Looks like the word 'pragmatic' itself; it contains the root 'pragma' (deed, action) and the suffix '-matic'.
Remember This
Pragmatic contrasts with theoretical or idealistic approaches. The related noun is pragmatism, and a pragmatist is someone who favors practical solutions.
Other Forms
Connect With
practical, realistic, sensible, pragmatism, pragmatist
Note
Pragmatic emphasizes practicality and effectiveness in real situations. It is not the same as simply 'practical' in all contexts, as pragmatic decisions weigh feasibility and outcomes in the given context.