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Adjective — Overused to the point of being boring or meaningless; unoriginal.

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Etymology

From Latin trītus, "worn out," from terō ("to wear away").

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What does “trite” mean?

The word “trite” means overused to the point of being boring or meaningless; unoriginal. In plain terms, so overused it has lost any real impact — a stale cliché.

How do you pronounce “trite”?

“Trite” is pronounced tryt (/tɹaɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “trite” in a sentence?

Here is “trite” used in a sentence: “The speech was full of trite phrases like "at the end of the day.".”

What part of speech is “trite”?

“Trite” is an adjective.

Where does the word “trite” come from?

The word “trite” comes from Latin. From Latin trītus, "worn out," from terō ("to wear away").

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