Sekirov Dictionary

utilitarian

/juːˌtɪlɪˈtɛəɹi.ən/

adjective 3
noun 1
forms 3

adjective3

Of or relating to utility.
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Practical and functional, present for use, not just for show.
- The semi-streamlined contour of the earlier G.W.R. railcars has been given up in favour of a more utilitarian blunt-nose end, and effective floor space gained thereby. — 1941
Pertaining to utilitarianism.

noun1

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Someone who practices or advocates utilitarianism.
- Before his companies collapsed, Mr. Bankman-Fried often described himself as a utilitarian — meaning that he made decisions designed to advance the greater good. — 2023

forms

utilitarians · more utilitarian · most utilitarian

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