Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence below.

Only a pragmatic approach to these problems can solve them.

  1. illogical

  2. diplomatic

  3. practical

  4. idealistic
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Pragmatic means dealing with things sensibly, realistically, and practically rather than theoretically. Option C 'practical' is the correct synonym. Options A 'illogical' and D 'idealistic' are opposites of pragmatic. Option B 'diplomatic' relates to tact in relationships, not practical problem-solving.

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