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abgegriffen — meaning in English

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English meaning

hackneyed adjective Used so often that it has lost its force or originality.

Senses

abgegriffen is used for these senses in English:

clichéd Repeated so often that it has become stale or commonplace; hackneyed. [from early 20th c.]
hackneyed Repeated too often.
timeworn Showing the effects of wear due to long use.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

abgedroschen abgenutzt banal klischeehaft ausgelutscht patiniert veraltet