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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| expedient | suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| underhand | in a clandestine manner |
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| charisma | a personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader) |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| diminution | the act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease |