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
jaundiceyellowish pigmentation of the skin, tissues, and body fluids caused by the deposition of bile pigments
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
arrogancean attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner or in presumptuous claims or assumptions
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
declivitydownward inclination
gambita chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position
derelictionan intentional abandonment
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
psychiatrista medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry