platitudes

[US]/ˈplætɪtjuːdz/
[UK]/ˈplætɪˌtudz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.trite or banal remarks; overused phrases

Phrases & Collocations

empty platitudes

common platitudes

overused platitudes

clichéd platitudes

trite platitudes

vague platitudes

political platitudes

meaningless platitudes

familiar platitudes

repetitive platitudes

Example Sentences

his speech was filled with platitudes about success and hard work.

she often resorts to platitudes when discussing complex issues.

we need more than just platitudes; we need real solutions.

his advice was full of tired platitudes that offered no real help.

politicians often rely on platitudes to win over voters.

she rolled her eyes at his platitudes about love and friendship.

it's frustrating to hear the same platitudes repeated over and over.

his motivational talk was filled with clichés and platitudes.

she dismissed his platitudes as unoriginal and shallow.

in times of crisis, people often turn to platitudes for comfort.

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