GRE Word List

TRAPPINGS

outward signs

The meaning of the word trappings is outward signs.

Random words

WordMeaning
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
entreethe act or manner of entering : entrance
theoreticalexisting only in theory : hypothetical
quenchput out
egotismexcessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
respitea period of temporary delay
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
parochialof or relating to a church parish
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs