utilitarian
US /juːˌtɪl.əˈter.i.ən/
UK /ˌjuː.tɪ.lɪˈteə.ri.ən/
形容词
1.
实用的, 功利主义的
designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive
示例:
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The building was designed in a purely utilitarian style, with no decorative elements.
这座建筑以纯粹的实用主义风格设计，没有装饰元素。
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Her wardrobe consisted of simple, utilitarian clothes.
她的衣橱里都是简单、实用的衣服。
2.
功利主义的
of or relating to utilitarianism
示例:
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The philosopher argued for a utilitarian approach to ethics, focusing on the greatest good for the greatest number.
这位哲学家主张采用功利主义的伦理方法，关注最大多数人的最大利益。
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His decision was based on purely utilitarian calculations, disregarding emotional factors.
他的决定纯粹基于功利主义的考量，忽视了情感因素。
名词
功利主义者
a person who believes in or advocates utilitarianism
示例:
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As a true utilitarian, he always sought to maximize overall happiness.
作为一名真正的功利主义者，他总是寻求最大化整体幸福。
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The debate pitted the idealists against the utilitarians.
这场辩论使理想主义者与功利主义者对立起来。
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