GRE Word List

PRAGMATIST

a practical approach to problems and affairs

The meaning of the word pragmatist is a practical approach to problems and affairs.

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WordMeaning
discreteconstituting a separate entity : individually distinct
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
garrulousgiven to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
erroneouscontaining or characterized by error : mistaken
tartagreeably sharp or acid to the taste
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect