Definitions and Examples of practical, realistic, pragmatic
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas.
Example
She had a practical approach to problem-solving and always found a way to get things done.
Having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected.
Example
He had a realistic view of his abilities and knew what he could and could not do.
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.
Example
She took a pragmatic approach to the problem and focused on finding a solution that would work in the real world.
Key Differences: practical vs realistic vs pragmatic
- 1Practical emphasizes the importance of doing or using something rather than just thinking about it.
- 2Realistic focuses on having a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected.
- 3Pragmatic emphasizes the importance of dealing with things sensibly and realistically based on practical considerations.
Effective Usage of practical, realistic, pragmatic
- 1In Business: Use practical, realistic, and pragmatic to describe business strategies and decisions.
- 2In Education: Use these antonyms to describe different approaches to learning and teaching.
- 3In Everyday Life: Use these antonyms to describe different attitudes towards problem-solving and decision-making.
Remember this!
The antonyms of platonian emphasize practicality, realism, and focus on the present. Use practical, realistic, and pragmatic to describe different approaches to business, education, and everyday life.
