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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matrimonythe state of being married : marriage
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
peripatetica follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
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hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede
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incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice