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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| humid | containing or characterized by perceptible moisture especially to the point of being oppressive |
| transparent | having the property of transmitting light without appreciable scattering so that bodies lying beyond are seen clearly : pellucid |
| persist | to go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| yoke | a wooden bar or frame by which two draft animals (such as oxen) are joined at the heads or necks for working together |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| rickety | affected with rickets |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |