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
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
noncommittalgiving no clear indication of attitude or feeling
overseesurvey
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
rustleto make or cause a rustle
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment