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Platitudes

Definition:

A platitude refers to a statement or remark that often sounds wise or profound but lacks originality, depth, or sincerity. It is often considered a cliché due to its overuse.

Examples:

Noun:

1. She was tired of hearing the same old platitudes during the company meetings.
2. The politician's speech was filled with empty platitudes, lacking any substantial ideas.

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Adjective:

1. His response was rather platitudinous, lacking any original thought.
2. The speaker's platitudinous advice failed to address the complexity of the issue.

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Usage:

1. Despite her genuine concerns, her friends dismissed her worries with platitudinous responses.
2. The author's attempt to include platitudes in the novel only weakened the impact of the story.

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