noun
- a phrase or expression that has been used so often it has lost its original impact or meaning; a trite or overused idea
Usage: plural form of cliché; often used to criticize predictable or unoriginal language or ideas
Examples
- The movie relied on tired clichés instead of developing interesting characters.
- Her essay was full of clichés like 'at the end of the day' and 'it goes without saying.'
- Avoid using clichés in your writing if you want to sound more authentic.
- The speech was packed with political clichés that nobody found convincing.
- Good writers work hard to replace clichés with vivid, original language.
- That romantic comedy was nothing but a collection of predictable clichés.