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Term: Utilitarian

Description:

Utilitarian is an adjective that relates to the ethical theory that the best action is the one that maximizes overall happiness and minimizes overall pain or suffering. It can also refer to something practical or functional, with a focus on usefulness rather than aesthetics.

As a noun, utilitarian refers to a person who follows or advocates for the principles of utilitarianism.

Sample Sentences:

1. The utilitarian approach to decision-making weighs the outcomes for the greater good.

2. The utilitarian furniture design prioritizes simplicity and functionality over ornate details.

3. John Stuart Mill was a renowned utilitarian philosopher, emphasizing the maximization of happiness.

4. She embraced a utilitarian lifestyle, only owning possessions that served a practical purpose.

5. The utilitarians argued that an action should be judged by its consequences rather than intentions.

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