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 |
|---|---|
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| dinghy | a small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat |
| malicious | having or showing a desire to cause harm to someone : given to, marked by, or arising from malice |
| parallel | extending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| creep | to move along with the body prone and close to the ground |
| torrent | a violent or forceful flow of fluid |
| purveyor | one that purveys |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |