Meaning of the word pragmatism in English

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pragmatism

US /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈpræɡ.mə.tɪ.zəm/
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Noun

1.

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

Example:
His political decisions were based on pure pragmatism, not ideology.
The company's success is attributed to its pragmatism in adapting to market changes.
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