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
rightfuljust
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
clientelea body of clients
combustiblecapable of combustion
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
carriondead and putrefying flesh
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene
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