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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WordMeaning
correlateeither of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
trougha long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
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
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery