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
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
enduringlasting
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
validateto make legally valid : ratify
arcadea long arched building or gallery