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Definition of pragmatist

pragmatist

/ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪst/
prag · ma · tist
Adverb:pragmatically
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Plural:pragmatists
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Adjective:pragmatic
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pragmatist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who is guided more by practical considerations and achievable results than by abstract ideals or theories.

Example

"As a seasoned pragmatist, the city planner focused on affordable transit upgrades that could be completed within two years."

2

An advocate or adherent of the philosophical movement of pragmatism, which evaluates the truth of theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.

Example

"William James and John Dewey are widely regarded as two of the most influential American pragmatists in modern philosophy."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the root of 'pragmatic' and the suffix '-ist', ultimately deriving from Ancient Greek 'pragma' (deed, act, or affair), from 'prassein' (to do or accomplish).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pragmatist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pragmatist
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