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.

Random words

WordMeaning
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
connubialof or relating to the married state : conjugal
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
humidcontaining or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive
motleyvariegated in color
sycophanta servile self-seeking flatterer
grouseany of various chiefly ground-dwelling birds (family Tetraonidae) that are usually of reddish-brown or other protective color and have feathered legs and that include many important game birds
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action