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 |
|---|---|
| diffuse | being at once verbose and ill-organized |
| tan | to make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| truncate | to shorten by or as if by cutting off |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
| speechless | unable to speak : dumb |