Definition of Pragmatic

1. Noun. An imperial decree that becomes part of the fundamental law of the land.

Exact synonyms: Pragmatic Sanction
Generic synonyms: Imperial Decree

2. Adjective. Concerned with practical matters. "A matter-of-fact account of the trip"
Exact synonyms: Matter-of-fact, Pragmatical
Similar to: Practical
Derivative terms: Pragmatism, Pragmatism

3. Adjective. Of or concerning the theory of pragmatism.
Exact synonyms: Pragmatical
Partainyms: Pragmatism, Pragmatism
Derivative terms: Pragmatism, Pragmatism

4. Adjective. Guided by practical experience and observation rather than theory. "Not ideology but pragmatic politics"
Exact synonyms: Hard-nosed, Hardheaded, Practical
Similar to: Realistic
Derivative terms: Practicality, Practice, Pragmatism

Definition of Pragmatic

1. a. Of or pertaining to business or to affairs; of the nature of business; practical; material; businesslike in habit or manner.

2. n. One skilled in affairs.

Definition of Pragmatic

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Pragmatic

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praetors
praetorship
praetorships
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