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
patrimonyan estate inherited from one's father or ancestor
affablebeing pleasant and at ease in talking to others
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
genrea category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
encircleto form a circle around : surround
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
regicidea person who kills a king
improprietyan improper or indecorous act or remark