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
centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
epitomea typical or ideal example : embodiment
librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
sustenancemeans of support, maintenance, or subsistence : living
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
striatedmarked with striations or striae
queasycausing nausea
marredto ruin or diminish the perfection or wholeness of : spoil