GRE Word List
TRAPPINGS
outward signs
The meaning of the word trappings is outward signs.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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prominent | standing out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant |
entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
quench | put out |
egotism | excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun |
espionage | the practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company |
respite | a period of temporary delay |
fluster | to put into a state of agitated confusion : upset |
parochial | of or relating to a church parish |
pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |