Platitudinous: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when describing a statement that is overly used and lacks originality, often feeling insincere or superficial.

• His speech was filled with platitudinous remarks that failed to inspire the audience

This word is appropriate for describing something that is so ordinary and unremarkable that it becomes boring and uninteresting.

• The movie's plot was so banal that I lost interest halfway through

This word is used for ideas, expressions, or remarks that have lost their impact and become stale due to excessive use, often with a slightly negative connotation.

• Her trite comments about hard work did little to motivate the team

This word suits situations where an idea, phrase, or element has become predictable and unoriginal due to overuse.

• The love story was clichéd and offered nothing new or exciting

Use this word to refer to something that is very common or frequently encountered, often lacking in novelty or distinction.

• Smartphones have become commonplace in modern society