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practical
01
(of a method, idea, or plan) likely to be successful or effective
Examples
The engineer proposed a practical solution to the problem.
02
focused on actions and real-life use, rather than on just ideas or theories
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most practical
Comparative
more practical
gradable
Examples
The course focused on practical skills such as problem-solving and decision-making.
03
having a design or use that effectively serves a specific need
Examples
She wore practical shoes for the long hike.
04
(of a person) realistic in facing different matters or problems
Examples
She’s very practical and always finds solutions that work in real life.
Lexical Tree
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