Meaning & Definition of word "Practical"

Practical

/ˈpræktɪkəl/

1. concerned with actual use or practice; useful.
- Example: She prefers practical solutions over theoretical debates.
2. relating to real situations and events rather than ideas or imagination.
- Example: The training included practical exercises to apply the concepts learned.
3. capable of being put to use; feasible.
- Example: The committee is looking for practical ways to improve community safety.
4. involving or requiring practice or experience.
- Example: He has a practical understanding of engineering from working on various projects.

●From Middle French 'practique', from Latin 'practicus', from Greek 'praktikos', meaning 'practical, active'.

practical joke:

A harmless trick played on someone for amusement.

practical experience:

Knowledge or skills gained through active participation in real-life situations.

practical application:

The use of knowledge or theory in real-world scenarios.

practice:

The act of doing something repeatedly to improve skills.

pragmatic:

Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.

utility:

The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.

Meaning: Down-to-earth.

● Example Sentence: She’s very practical; she doesn't get carried away with fantasies.

Meaning: Get real.

● Example Sentence: When discussing plans, let's be practical and get real about what we can afford.