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
quivera case for carrying or holding arrows
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
queryquestion
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
miserlyof, relating to, or characteristic of a miser
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
dozeto sleep lightly
ennuia feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office