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 |
|---|---|
| jeopardize | to expose to danger or risk : imperil |
| counterpart | one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate |
| paranoia | mental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations |
| herpetologist | a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians |
| demoniac | possessed or influenced by a demon |
| mete | to give out by measure : dole out |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| restraint | an act of restraining : the state of being restrained |
| nimble | quick and light in motion : agile |
| indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |