🔧practical

adjective
/ˈpræk.tɪ.kəl/

Meaning

concerned with what is real and possible rather than ideas or theories
suitable for actual use; realistic; sensible
Concerned with actual use rather than theory; realistic and sensible.

Example Sentences

She offered a practical solution to the problem.

We need a practical solution to this problem.

A practical approach is needed for solving complex problems.

Example Expressions

practice makes perfect

Synonyms

realistic, sensible, useful, logical, pragmatic, workable, feasible, functional
Entry 1
realistic, sensible, useful, logical, pragmatic
Entry 2
realistic, sensible, useful, workable
Entry 3
realistic, feasible, workable, sensible, pragmatic, functional

Antonyms

impractical, unrealistic, theoretical, useless, idealistic, impossible, unfeasible
Entry 1
impractical, unrealistic, theoretical
Entry 2
impractical, theoretical, useless
Entry 3
impractical, unrealistic, theoretical, idealistic, impossible, unfeasible

Collocations

practical solution, practical approach, practical experience, practical advice
Entry 1
practical solution, practical approach, practical experience, practical advice
Entry 2
practical advice, practical experience, practical solution

More Example Sentences

A woman mentors a younger colleague at her office who recently joined the company and feels overwhelmed by the workload and new systems so she schedules weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and share practical advice

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools

A woman mentors a younger colleague at her office who recently joined the company and feels overwhelmed by the workload and new systems so she schedules weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and share practical advice based on her own experience from the past ten years

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision

A woman mentors a younger colleague at her office who recently joined the company and feels overwhelmed by the workload and new systems so she schedules weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and share practical advice based on her own experience from the past ten years and gradually the new employee gains confidence and skills

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions

A woman mentors a younger colleague at her office who recently joined the company and feels overwhelmed by the workload and new systems so she schedules weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and share practical advice based on her own experience from the past ten years and gradually the new employee gains confidence and skills earning recognition from the management team

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions and within six months he can handle routine repairs on his own

A woman mentors a younger colleague at her office who recently joined the company and feels overwhelmed by the workload and new systems so she schedules weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and share practical advice based on her own experience from the past ten years and gradually the new employee gains confidence and skills earning recognition from the management team and thanking her mentor for the guidance that made such a big difference.

A mechanic teaches an apprentice in his auto repair shop who just finished high school last summer and wants to learn a practical trade so the mechanic shows him how to diagnose engine problems using a diagnostic scanner and basic hand tools and explains the importance of safety and precision while the apprentice takes notes and asks thoughtful questions and within six months he can handle routine repairs on his own earning the trust of both his mentor and the shop's loyal customers.