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
mercenaryone that serves merely for wages
fumbleto grope for or handle something clumsily or aimlessly
pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
commemorateto call to remembrance
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
ponderousof very great weight