pragmatism

pragmatism definition - medical

prag·ma·tism (prăgˈmə-tĭzˌəm)

noun
A way of approaching situations or solving problems that emphasizes practical applications and consequences.

Related Forms:

  • prag·matˈic (-mătˈĭk) adjective

Related Forms:

  • pragˈma·tist noun

The American Heritage® Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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