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
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
founderone that founds or establishes
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
rallyto muster for a common purpose
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
isthmusa narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas
primto give a prim or demure expression to