GRE Word List

HACKNEYED

lacking in freshness or originality

The meaning of the word hackneyed is lacking in freshness or originality.

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rightfuljust
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
prodigalcharacterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking
comportto be fitting : accord
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
feignto give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)