noun
pragmatist
Pragmatist (noun) means a person who deals with things in a sensible, down-to-earth way.
noun
1
A person who deals with things in a sensible, down-to-earth way.
"A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers."
2
Someone who responds to each situation as it comes, rather than sticking rigidly to their principles.
"We cannot trust him not to lie for his own gain: he's an opportunist and a pragmatist."
"I'm not a thief, I am a pragmatist. I need this bread to feed my family."
3
(philosophy) A follower of the school of thought holding that a belief's truth lies in whether acting on it succeeds.
4
A supporter of pragmatism.
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Etymology
Taken from Ancient Greek πρᾶγμα (prâgma, “thing”).
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What is the meaning of pragmatist?
"pragmatist" (noun) means a person who deals with things in a sensible, down-to-earth way.
What are the different meanings of pragmatist?
"pragmatist" has 3 main meanings: 1. A person who deals with things in a sensible, down-to-earth way; 2. Someone who responds to each situation as it comes, rather than sticking rigidly to their principles; 3. (philosophy) A follower of the school of thought holding that a belief's truth lies in whether acting on it succeeds.
