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Meaning of pragmatist

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pragmatist

noun

Definitions

  1. One who acts in a practical or straightforward manner; one who is pragmatic; one who values practicality or pragmatism.

    Example: A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers.

  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.

    Example: I'm not a thief, I am a pragmatist. I need this bread to feed my family.

  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.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Advocating pragmatism.