cliche

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Noun cliche has 1 sense

platitude, cliche, banality, commonplace, bromide - a trite or obvious remark
--₁ is a kind of remark, comment; truism

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Cliche

Noun (Senses and Usages)

A phrase or expression that has been overused to the extent that it has lost its originality or impact.

Example sentence: "They repeated the same tired cliches about love and friendship."

A situation, idea, or artistic expression that has become overly familiar or predictable due to its frequent usage.

Example sentence: "The movie was filled with cliches, following the same old plotline."

Adjective (Popular)

Referring to something that is overly familiar or predictable, lacking originality.

Example sentence: "The story was cliched, with every plot twist being obvious from the start."

Adjective (Local)

Referring to something that is specific or characteristic of a particular local area or community.

Example sentence: "The restaurant's menu offers a range of local, cliche dishes that represent the flavors of the region."