GRE Word List

BANAL

lacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite

The meaning of the word banal is lacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite.

Random words

WordMeaning
graphicof or relating to the pictorial arts
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
malignanttending to produce death or deterioration
acclivityan ascending slope (as of a hill)
underscoreto draw a line under : underline
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
utopiaa place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart