Pragmatic

Meanings

1. Dealing with things sensibly and realistically
2. Practical rather than idealistic
3. Focused on results

Example Sentences

• "The manager took a pragmatic approach and focused on solutions rather than blame."
• "India's foreign policy has been described as pragmatic and non-aligned."
• "A pragmatic leader knows when to compromise for the greater good."

Etymology

From Greek 'pragmatikos' (fit for action, business-like), from 'pragma' (deed, act), from 'prassein' (to do, act). Related to 'practice' and 'practical'.

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