pedestrian
/pəˈdɛst.ɹi.ən/
Group 19Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Lacking inspiration or excitement; dull GRE
Example in Context
The once-innovative company had settled into a pedestrian routine, producing competent but uninspiring products year after year.
Synonyms
boringordinarydull
Etymology
Walking on foot, often used to describe something dull.
- ped- (Latin) — foot
- strian (Latin) — to walk
Memory Aid
👣Sounds like “pedestrian”
A 'PEDESTRIAN' walking with a sign reading 'DULL AS DISHWATER' — that’s how boring it is!
Visual Association
😴A gray, lifeless landscape with a person yawning while trudging down a boring road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “pedestrian” mean on the GRE?
pedestrian (adjective) means “Lacking inspiration or excitement; dull”. The once-innovative company had settled into a pedestrian routine, producing competent but uninspiring products year after year.
How to remember “pedestrian” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “pedestrian” sounds like “pedestrian”. A 'PEDESTRIAN' walking with a sign reading 'DULL AS DISHWATER' — that’s how boring it is!
What are synonyms for “pedestrian”?
Common synonyms: boring, ordinary, dull.