Synonyms of trope

trope

noun

ˈtrōp 

as in cliché

an idea or expression that has been used by many people

a screenplay that reads like a catalog of mystery-thriller tropes

the narrative trope of two rival characters falling in love by the end of the story

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cliché
• truism
• commonplace
• platitude
• chestnut
• banality
• saying
• bromide
• proverb
• shibboleth
• groaner
• stereotype
• generalization
• homily
• saw
• party line
• conventional wisdom
• routine
• adage
• simplification
• inanity
• generality
• old wives' tale

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• profundity

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trope

Emmanuel Macron, and shared a meme that utilized antisemitic tropes to mock his father’s critics. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 July 2026

The trope, fair or not, has often overshadowed the fact that science fiction and horror are absolutely perfect bedfellows, with outer space's total isolation, tiny quarters, and oppressive vastness perfectly suited for the horror genre. — Matthew Razak, Space.com, 26 July 2026

Bush's recent event included some Jewish faith leaders who share her criticism of Israel, as well as others who echoed hateful tropes. — ABC News, 26 July 2026

The show’s first trailer, which debuted during DC Studios’ Hall H panel, illustrated its commitment to using traditional cop show tropes on a comic book property. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 24 July 2026