pragmatist

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die einen praktischen, ergebnisorientierten Ansatz bei Problemen verfolgt, oder einen Anhänger der philosophischen Lehre des Pragmatismus.

A noun referring to a person who adopts a practical, results-oriented approach to problems, or an adherent of the philosophical doctrine of pragmatism.

1. Philosophical followerC1formal

   A person who adheres to the philosophical doctrine of pragmatism, which evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of their practical consequences.

   Pragmatiker

   • William James was a famous pragmatist in American philosophy.
   • As a pragmatist, she believed that truth is what works in practice.
   • The debate between the idealist and the pragmatist was fascinating.

2. Practical problem-solverB2formal

   A person who takes a practical, results-oriented approach to problems, focusing on what works rather than on theory or ideals.

   Pragmatiker

   • He is a pragmatist who always looks for the most efficient solution.
   • In business, being a pragmatist often leads to better outcomes.
   • She is a pragmatist, so she chose the option that guaranteed success.

   Synonymedoerproblem solverrealistutilitarian

   Antonymedogmatistdreameridealisttheoristutopian