Meaning of utilitarian in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   utilitarian

   Definitions

   1. having a useful function

   Examples

   • « utilitarian steel tables »

   Synonyms

   • functional
2. 2. having utility often to the exclusion of values

   Examples

   • « plain utilitarian kitchenware »

   Synonyms

   • useful
   • utile

3. Noun

   utilitarian

   Definitions

   1. someone who believes that the value of a thing depends on its utility