pragmatic

Intermediate

/præɡˈmæt̬.ɪk/

adjective
Practical

pragmatic in a sentence

  • “The politician argued that while increased security measures might not fit with the lofty ideals of the nation, they were a pragmatic necessity to ensure everyone's safety.”
  • “His pragmatic view of public education comes from years of working in city schools.”
  • “A pragmatic man, not given to grand, visionary schemes.”

What does “pragmatic” mean?

pragmatic (adjective) means practical. It is pronounced /præɡˈmæt̬.ɪk/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "pragmatic" mean?
pragmatic (adjective) means: Practical
How do you pronounce "pragmatic"?
"pragmatic" is pronounced /præɡˈmæt̬.ɪk/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "pragmatic" in a sentence?
Here is "pragmatic" used in a sentence: The politician argued that while increased security measures might not fit with the lofty ideals of the nation, they were a pragmatic necessity to ensure everyone's safety.

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