trite

[traɪt]

trite Definition

• 1. (of a remark, opinion, or idea) overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality or freshness
• 2. lacking effectiveness due to overuse; hackneyed

Using trite: Examples

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

• Example

  The movie's plot was predictable and trite.

• Example

  I'm tired of hearing trite phrases like 'think outside the box.'

• Example

  His writing style is trite and lacks creativity.

trite Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for trite

• banal
• hackneyed
• stale
• overused
• clichéd

Antonyms for trite

• original
• fresh
• innovative

Phrases with trite

• trite phrase

  a commonly used expression that has lost its originality and impact

  Example

  He kept using trite phrases like 'at the end of the day' and 'it is what it is'.

• trite observation

  an unoriginal or clichéd comment that adds nothing new to a conversation

  Example

  Her trite observation that 'time flies' did not contribute anything meaningful to the discussion.

• trite story

  a narrative that is predictable and lacks originality

  Example

  The movie's trite story failed to engage the audience.

Origins of trite

from Latin 'tritus', meaning 'worn out'

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Summary: trite in Brief

'Trite' [traɪt] describes remarks, opinions, or ideas that are overused and lack originality or freshness. It can also refer to things that have lost their effectiveness due to overuse. Examples include 'The movie's plot was predictable and trite,' and 'His writing style is trite and lacks creativity.' 'Trite' extends into phrases like 'trite phrase,' denoting commonly used expressions that have lost their impact.