ADJECTIVE – dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations

Pragmatic | Definition of Pragmatic by Merriam-Webster

I have encountered this word from “BAD IDEAS ABOUT WRITING” by Cherlyn E. Ball & Drew M. Loewe ( page 10)

Quote – Aristotle, unlike many other philosophers, doesnā€™t present rhetoric as an inferior discipline to philosophy (he says itā€™s a ā€œcounterpartā€). Itā€™s just different. Itā€™s a pragmatic skill that helps us in decision-making.

The quote refers to Aristotle’s unique approach to rhetoric in comparison to other philosophers. In such a way that he provides things in a reasonable and realistic manner that it aids us in making decisions.