Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
platitude
noun
/ˈplætɪˌtjuːd/
Definition
A remark that is flat, dull, or commonplace, often used as if it were significant or meaningful.
Examples
- His speech was full of platitudes about hard work and perseverance.
- We all appreciate the sentiment, but that was just a platitude.
- She tired of his constant use of platitudes in their conversations.
Meaning
Platitudes are often statements that sound important but are really just clichés or overused phrases. They may not contribute anything new to a discussion.
Synonyms
- cliché
- truism
- banality
- commonplace
- stale remark
