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Pragmatist

Definition:

A pragmatist is a person who prioritizes practicality and real-world consequences over theoretical considerations when dealing with problems or making decisions.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun (Person):

A person who is focused on finding practical solutions and approaches in various aspects of life, rather than being solely driven by ideology or theory. Pragmatists often seek to attain concrete, measurable results.

Example Sentences:

• John always analyzes situations very practically and considers the most efficient solutions; he is a true pragmatist.
• The company's CEO is a pragmatic leader who values efficiency and outcomes above all else.

Sense 2 - Noun (Philosophy):

In philosophy, a pragmatist refers to a follower of pragmatism, a philosophical approach that emphasizes the practical consequences of concepts, beliefs, and actions.

Example Sentences:

• William James and John Dewey were prominent 20th-century American pragmatists who greatly influenced philosophy and education.
• Pragmatists believe that the truth of an idea should be evaluated by its practical results, not purely on theoretical grounds.

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• Pragmatism: A New Name for Some Old Ways of Thinking
• William James: Pragmatism and Pluralism
• John Dewey: Experience and Education