GRE Word List

COMMONPLACE

commonly found or seen : ordinary

The meaning of the word commonplace is commonly found or seen : ordinary.

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WordMeaning
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
hubbubnoise
scenarioan outline or synopsis of a play
abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
debuta first appearance
esteemthe regard in which one is held
usagefirmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
acrophobiaabnormal dread of being in a high place : fear of heights
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute