What is another word for Instrumentalism?

Pronunciation: [ˌɪnstɹəmˈɛntəlˌɪzəm] (IPA)

Instrumentalism is a philosophical belief that focuses on the practical use and function of objects or ideas rather than their inherent value. There are several synonyms for instrumentalism, including pragmatism, utilitarianism, and functionalism. Pragmatism emphasizes practical experimentation and the application of ideas in real-world situations. Utilitarianism emphasizes the usefulness of actions and decisions for the greater good of society. Functionalism is a belief that focuses on the purpose of objects and their function in society. All of these synonyms for instrumentalism share a common theme: emphasizing the practical and functional aspects of objects and ideas over their intrinsic value or abstract qualities.

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What are the hypernyms for Instrumentalism?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
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    Philosophical theories, educational philosophies, epistemological systems.

Usage examples for Instrumentalism

This is the root idea of functional Instrumentalism.
"John Dewey's logical theory"
Delton Thomas Howard
Dewey reaches his Instrumentalism through a psychological analysis of the judgment process.
"John Dewey's logical theory"
Delton Thomas Howard
Dewey's Instrumentalism rests upon a very special psychological interpretation, which puts action first and thought second.
"John Dewey's logical theory"
Delton Thomas Howard

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