GRE Word List
CLICHE
a trite phrase or expression
The meaning of the word cliche is a trite phrase or expression.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| censor | a person who supervises conduct and morals: such as |
| embezzlement | to appropriate (something, such as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| oratorio | a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| consign | to give over to another's care |
| compulsory | mandatory |
| contest | strive |
| scenario | an outline or synopsis of a play |