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
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
dispassionatenot influenced by strong feeling
rightfuljust
fructifyto bear fruit
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
paleontologya science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains