pragmatism

Definitions

A philosophical approach that assesses the truth of theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.

A practical, matter-of-fact way of approaching or assessing situations or problems.

Examples

Her approach to solving the budget crisis was defined by a sense of cold pragmatism rather than political idealism.

In the world of business, pragmatism often outweighs theoretical perfection when it comes to meeting tight deadlines.

Synonyms

practicality realism sensibility expediency matter-of-factness utility common sense

Antonyms

idealism impracticality unrealistic romanticism theoretical quixotism visionary