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
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
tactfulhaving or showing tact
nonchalancethe quality or state of being nonchalant
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
vertexthe top of the head
curfewthe sounding of a bell at evening
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
bullya blustering, browbeating person
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby