Definitions
- Referring to a statement that is obviously true and does not require further explanation. - Describing a self-evident or universally accepted fact. - Talking about a clichรฉ or platitude that is widely known and accepted.
- Describing something that is unoriginal, boring, or lacking in originality. - Referring to a commonplace or overused idea or expression. - Talking about a predictable or uninspired statement or action.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is lacking in originality or creativity.
- 2Both words can refer to statements or ideas that are overused or predictable.
- 3Both words can have a negative connotation.
What is the difference?
- 1Definition: Truism refers to a statement that is obviously true, while banality refers to something that is unoriginal or lacking in creativity.
- 2Usage: Truism is typically used to describe a universally accepted fact, while banality is used to describe something that is boring or predictable.
- 3Connotation: Truism has a neutral or positive connotation, while banality has a negative connotation.
- 4Subjectivity: Truism is objective and universally accepted, while banality is subjective and depends on personal taste.
- 5Frequency: Truism is less common than banality in everyday language.
Remember this!
While both truism and banality describe something lacking in originality, they differ in their definition, usage, connotation, subjectivity, and frequency. Truism refers to a statement that is obviously true and has a neutral or positive connotation, while banality refers to something that is unoriginal or boring and has a negative connotation. Truism is less common than banality in everyday language.
