GRE Word List

PEDESTRIAN

commonplace

The meaning of the word pedestrian is commonplace.

Random words

WordMeaning
nondescriptbelonging or appearing to belong to no particular class or kind : not easily described
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
wrytwist
pyromaniaca person who has an uncontrollable impulse to start fires : a person affected by pyromania
warpa series of yarns extended lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the weft
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information