threadbare

[thred-bair]

threadbare Definition

  • 1worn to the extent that the warp and weft show through, or having the nap worn off
  • 2used so often that it is no longer interesting or effective

Using threadbare: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "threadbare" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The threadbare carpet needed to be replaced.

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    His threadbare jacket was full of holes.

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    The threadbare plot of the movie failed to impress the audience.

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    The book was filled with threadbare cliches.

  • Example

    The threadbare excuse did not convince anyone.

threadbare Synonyms and Antonyms

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Antonyms for threadbare

Phrases with threadbare

  • an argument that has been used so often that it is no longer effective

    Example

    His threadbare argument failed to convince the jury.

  • a carpet that is worn to the extent that the warp and weft show through

    Example

    The threadbare carpet in the living room needed to be replaced.

  • a jacket that is worn to the extent that the nap is worn off and the fabric is thin

    Example

    He wore a threadbare jacket that had seen better days.

Origins of threadbare

from Old English 'thræd' meaning 'thread' and 'bær' meaning 'bare'

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Summary: threadbare in Brief

The term 'threadbare' [thred-bair] refers to something that is worn to the extent that the warp and weft show through, or having the nap worn off. It can also refer to something that is used so often that it is no longer interesting or effective. Examples include 'The threadbare carpet needed to be replaced.' and 'The book was filled with threadbare cliches.'