banausic

adjective

Definition of banausicnext
as in utilitarian

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  1. utilitarian
  2. mundane
  3. pragmatic
Adjective
  • The ReNew Transit Backpack $95 Everlane Technically from the men’s section, this backpack is a win for anyone who loves spacious exterior pockets and a utilitarian vibe.
    Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Medium Embroidered Vela Bag Crafted from rich leather with vibrant floral embroidery, the Vela bag is not only elegant—but highly utilitarian, too.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of utilitarian
Adjective
  • Far from a mundane chore, a proper closet cleanout is self-care, setting the stage for your daily sartorial adventures.
    Boutayna Chokrane, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2024
  • The novel opens with that most mundane of Washington rituals: a news conference.
    Alexander Nazaryan, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of mundane
Adjective
  • But that decline can be understood as a pragmatic understanding of the difficulties of repelling an invading force.
    Anton Grushetskyi, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Church, Combs, discuss their plan for assistance following the concert Church and Combs are taking a pragmatic approach to providing the highest quality service to their community by splitting the event's proceeds.
    Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of pragmatic
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