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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| balk | to refuse abruptly |
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| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| mandate | an authoritative command |
| cerebral | of or relating to the brain or the intellect |
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| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |