Pragmatic
Dealing with things in a practical, realistic way rather than theoretical considerations; focusing on workable solutions.
adjectivePragmatic
Dealing with things in a practical, realistic way rather than theoretical considerations; focusing on workable solutions.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a project manager who refuses flashy but impractical ideas, choosing a budget-friendly, step-by-step plan that actually gets the job done.
Sounds Like
PRAG-mat-ik
Looks Like
Looks like 'pragmatism' and 'practical'—shares the root idea of action and usefulness.
Remember This
Pragmatic describes practicality in approach; it contrasts with theoretical or idealistic thinking. Related nouns include pragmatism and pragmatist.
Other Forms
Connect With
practical, sensible, realistic, down-to-earth, utilitarian
Note
Avoid using 'pragmatic' to imply you approve of dishonesty; it's about practicality, not compromise of ethics. Also, 'practical' is close in meaning, but 'pragmatic' often implies realism in the face of constraints.