PRAGMATIST
10 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of PRAGMATIST
One who acts in a practical or straightforward manner; one who is pragmatic; one who values practicality or pragmatism.
"A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers."
One who acts in response to particular situations rather than upon abstract ideals; one who is willing to ignore their ideals to accomplish goals.
"I'm not a thief, I am a pragmatist. I need this bread to feed my family."
One who belongs to the philosophic school of pragmatism; one who holds that the meaning of beliefs are the actions they entail, and that the truth of those beliefs consist in the actions they entail successfully leading a believer to their goals.
Advocating pragmatism.
Examples of PRAGMATIST in a Sentence
- "A pragmatist would never plant such a messy tree, but I like its flowers."
- "I'm not a thief, I am a pragmatist. I need this bread to feed my family."
Word Details
Is PRAGMATIST a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PRAGMATIST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PRAGMATIST uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PRAGMATIST
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | a | g | m | a | t | i | s | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PRAGMATIST
100 words from the letters in PRAGMATIST
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How to Use PRAGMATIST in Word Games
PRAGMATIST is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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