GRE Word List

CLICHE

a trite phrase or expression

The meaning of the word cliche is a trite phrase or expression.

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WordMeaning
cadeta younger brother or son
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
sextantan instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
upshotthe final result : outcome
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
shangri-laa remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia