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
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
revileto subject to verbal abuse : vituperate
fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
ramshackleappearing ready to collapse : rickety
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
finitehaving definite or definable limits
confideto have confidence : trust
geriatricsa branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people