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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noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
distractto draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
convolutedhaving convolutions
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions