utilitarian
//ˌjuːtɪlɪˈtɛəriən//
Adjective
utilitarianCanonical form
1
Designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive or decorative.
The kitchen has a utilitarian design with simple cabinets and no decorations.
2
Relating to or adhering to the doctrine of utilitarianism, which holds that actions are right if they benefit the majority.
The philosopher presented a utilitarian argument for the new policy, claiming it would maximize happiness for the greatest number of people.
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Noun
utilitarianSingular
utilitariansPlural
1
A person who advocates or practices utilitarianism.
As a utilitarian, she believes that actions should be judged by their outcomes.