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
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
leonineof, relating to, suggestive of, or resembling a lion
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out
ferreta domesticated usually albino, brownish, or silver-gray animal (Mustela putorius furo) that is descended from the European polecat
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness