GRE Word List

PRAGMATIC

relating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic

The meaning of the word pragmatic is relating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic.

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WordMeaning
perpetrateto bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit
balefuldeadly or pernicious in influence
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
braidto make from braids
gastronomythe art or science of good eating
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
lewdobscene