Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bromide
Noun
/ˈbroʊ.maɪd/
Definition
A chemical compound containing bromine, especially used in medicine or as a sedative.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a bromide to help the patient relax.
- After hearing the same old bromides, she was looking for some fresh perspectives.
- The motivational speaker’s advice was just another bromide that failed to inspire.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it refers to a platitude or a statement that is trite or lacks originality.
Synonyms
- sedative
- platitude
- cliché
- triteness
