trite
8 synonyms and 3 antonyms for trite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Overused to the point of being boring or meaningless; unoriginal.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use trite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
trite phrase
trite and predictable
sound trite
Etymology
From Latin trītus, "worn out," from terō ("to wear away").
Full origin of trite →Frequently asked questions
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").
