Dogmatic vs. Pragmatic

By Jaxson

  • Dogmatic (adjective)

    Adhering only to principles which are true a priori, rather than truths based on evidence or deduction.

  • Dogmatic (adjective)

    Pertaining to dogmas; doctrinal.

  • Dogmatic (adjective)

    Asserting dogmas or beliefs in a superior or arrogant way; opinionated, dictatorial.

  • Dogmatic (noun)

    One of an ancient sect of physicians who went by general principles; opposed to the empiric.

  • Pragmatic (adjective)

    Practical, concerned with making decisions and actions that are useful in practice, not just theory.

    “The sturdy furniture in the student lounge was pragmatic, but unattractive.”

  • Pragmatic (adjective)

    philosophical; dealing with causes, reasons, and effects, rather than with details and circumstances; said of literature.

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