word
Literary
Pragmatism
PRAG-muh-tiz-um
/ˈpræɡmətɪzəm/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Pragmatism
Dictionary meaning
A philosophical tradition evaluating theories and beliefs by their practical consequences.
Examples
- William James championed pragmatism as America's original philosophy.
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on first syllable.
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