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pragmatic attitude

[præɡˈmætɪk ˈætɪtuːd]
noun phrasepl: pragmatic attitudes
atitude pragmática
1. A practical, realistic approach to problems and situations based on actual circumstances rather than theory or ideology
The team adopted a pragmatic attitude toward solving the budget crisis.
A equipe adotou uma atitude pragmática para resolver a crise orçamentária.
2. A disposition to deal with things in a practical, sensible way focused on results rather than principles
Her pragmatic attitude helped the company adapt quickly to market changes.
Sua atitude pragmática ajudou a empresa a se adaptar rapidamente às mudanças do mercado.
NYC Slang
no-BS approach; keeping it real
Synonyms
practical approachrealistic outlookresults-oriented mindsetdown-to-earth approachno-nonsense attitude
Antonyms
idealistic attitudetheoretical approachdogmatic stanceimpractical mindset

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
atitude pragmática
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
atitude pragmática
Common in business contexts
Portugal
atitude pragmática
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep one's feet on the ground
take a practical approach
cut to the chase
deal with reality
focus on results
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