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 |
|---|---|
| incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| snuffle | to snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly |
| tanner | one that tans hides |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| asteroid | any of the small rocky celestial bodies found especially between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| ennui | a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom |
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |