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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macabrehaving death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death
virusany of a large group of submicroscopic infectious agents that are usually regarded as nonliving extremely complex molecules, that typically contain a protein coat surrounding an RNA or DNA core of genetic material but no semipermeable membrane, that are capable of growth and multiplication only in living cells, and that cause various important diseases in humans, animals, and plants
doggerelloosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
pryto look closely or inquisitively
shavingthe act of one that shaves
flukeflatfish
tarantulaany of various large, typically ground-dwelling, hairy, mygalomorph spiders (family Theraphosidae) of warm regions that possess venomous fangs used to subdue and kill prey (such as insects, centipedes, frogs, and mice) caught by ambush or chase and that construct silk-lined burrows but do not build webs to trap food
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
dissensiondisagreement