platitude
noun
plat·i·tude
ˈpla-tə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
1
: the quality or state of being dull or insipid
2
: a banal, trite, or stale remark
Examples of platitude in a Sentence
His speech was filled with familiar platitudes about the value of hard work and dedication.
“blondes have more fun” is a silly platitude
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When any Democratic politician, including Gov. JB Pritzker, dares to stand up to extreme Republican rhetoric with any language beyond polite pablum and pious platitudes, pundits tell Democrats to lower the volume, cut the contempt and be nice.
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Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
Retreats have this effect on a person, bring out in you the worst platitudes.
—Lamorna Ash, The Dial, 6 May 2025
Inconsistency is to be expected, especially after injury and so few meaningful minutes for the first team, but the positive words are not just easy platitudes: he is genuinely considered to apply himself well in training and present himself with professionalism.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
However, too often, sales kickoffs fall short of their potential, becoming mere exercises in rote presentations and motivational platitudes.
—Anjai Lal, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2025
Retreats have this effect on a person, bring out in you the worst platitudes.
—Lamorna Ash, The Dial, 6 May 2025
Inconsistency is to be expected, especially after injury and so few meaningful minutes for the first team, but the positive words are not just easy platitudes: he is genuinely considered to apply himself well in training and present himself with professionalism.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
However, too often, sales kickoffs fall short of their potential, becoming mere exercises in rote presentations and motivational platitudes.
—Anjai Lal, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for platitude
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“Platitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/platitude. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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platitude
noun
plat·i·tude
ˈplat-ə-ˌt(y)üd
1
: the quality or state of being dull or not stimulating
2
: an obvious, stale, or shallow remark
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