GRE Word List

BANAL

lacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite

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

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WordMeaning
qualifyto reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form : modify
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attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
slywise in practical affairs
blueslow spirits : melancholy
erratichaving no fixed course : wandering
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
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