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
niggletrifle
squelchto fall or stamp on so as to crush
rationalizeto bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as
trampto walk, tread, or step especially heavily
contraveneto go or act contrary to : violate
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
hindsightperception of the nature of an event after it has happened
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence