Platitude

B2 16+

Synonyms of platitude

Antonyms of platitude

Collocations of platitude

meaningless platitude
Frequency: 80 %

The politician's speech was full of meaningless platitudes that offered no real solutions.

empty platitude
Frequency: 70 %

His speech was filled with empty platitudes that failed to inspire anyone.

cliched platitude
Frequency: 60 %

She rolled her eyes at yet another cliched platitude about hard work paying off.

generic platitude
Frequency: 50 %

The advice she gave was just a generic platitude that offered no real insight.

tired platitude
Frequency: 45 %

We've all heard that tired platitude about time healing all wounds.

Idiomatic Expressions for platitude

  • Phrase: cliché platitude
    Meaning: a trite or overused statement that lacks originality or depth
    Usage: Her speech was filled with cliché platitudes that failed to inspire anyone.