Pedestrian

Noun

Definition: A person who is walking in a city, along a road, or in a designated area for pedestrians.

Synonyms: Walker, Foot traveler

Antonyms: Driver, Motorist

Examples:

Be careful when crossing the street, as there are many pedestrians around.
The city has implemented measures to ensure the safety of pedestrians.

Mnemonics:

Think of "pedestrian" as someone on foot.

Adjective

Definition: Lacking inspiration, excitement, or interest; dull or ordinary.

Synonyms: Mundane, Common, Ordinary

Antonyms: Extraordinary, Exceptional, Remarkable

Examples:

The movie received negative reviews and was criticized for its pedestrian plot.
The presentation was pedestrian, lacking any innovative ideas or unique perspectives.

Mnemonics:

Picture a pedestrian walking down a bland, uneventful street.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "pedestrian" comes from the Latin word "pedestris," meaning "on foot."

Historical Usage:

The term has been used to refer to people on foot since ancient times, but its figurative usage to describe something lacking excitement or interest emerged in the 19th century.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Pedestrian crossing"

Explanation:

Refers to a designated area on a road where pedestrians can safely cross.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing the noun and adjective forms of "pedestrian."

Explanation:

The noun form refers to a person on foot, while the adjective form describes something ordinary or unremarkable.