pragmatism

• Doctrine philosophique qui évalue les théories ou les croyances d'après leur succès pratique, ou attitude générale qui privilégie les solutions pratiques et raisonnables plutôt que le respect strict de principes ou de théories.

A philosophical doctrine that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application, or a general attitude of dealing with things in a practical and sensible way rather than following strict principles or theories.

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1. Philosophical doctrineC1formalscientific

   The philosophical approach that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.

   Pragmatisme (philosophie)

   • Pragmatism argues that the truth of an idea is measured by its practical outcomes.
   • William James and Charles Sanders Peirce are key figures in pragmatism.
   • The theory of pragmatism influenced modern educational methods.

   Synonymesexperimentalisminstrumentalism

2. Practical approachC1formal

   An approach that evaluates theories or beliefs in terms of the success of their practical application.

   Pragmatisme (approche pratique)

   • Her pragmatism helped the company navigate the financial crisis.
   • He is known for his pragmatism in solving everyday problems.
   • Pragmatism often leads to more efficient decision-making.

   Synonymescommonsenseexpediencypracticalityrealism

   Antonymesabstractionismdogmatismidealismutopianism