theoreticalism

Etymology

From theoretical + -ism.

theoreticalism means An approach based on theory, paying little or no attention to real-world concerns. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 95 out of 100.

noun

An approach based on theory, paying little or no attention to real-world concerns.“In some cases it even leads to a certain insensitivity, for instance when the professional approaches problems with the detached theoreticalism acquired in school rather than with concerned pragmatism.”