Definition of PLATITUDES (original) (raw)

: the quality or state of being dull or insipid

: a banal, trite, or stale remark

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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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At the same time, Angelou is routinely reduced to an unthreatening avatar of inspirational platitudes, her work often overlooked by academics and critics even as her most quotable quips circulate endlessly. —TIME, 28 Jan. 2025 This narrative represents Millennial Hollywood at its most opportunistic, trading social-justice platitudes for bloodlust. —Armond White, National Review, 6 Dec. 2024 Pat Riley or the Heat can soften their stance with platitudes going forward, but the only response that would resonate would be an extension, or agreement to work out a new deal in the offseason. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025 The best leadership books for women tackle the complexities of professional advancement head-on, moving past platitudes to deliver concrete strategies for specific challenges. —Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for platitude