신선함이나 깊은 생각 없이 너무 자주 쓰여서 진부해진 말이나 상투적인 문구.
A remark or statement, especially one with a moral content, that has been used too often to be interesting or thoughtful.
예문:
"The politician's speech was filled with empty platitudes about hope and change but lacked any concrete policy proposals."
"Instead of offering real comfort, he just repeated the same old platitudes like 'everything happens for a reason'."
표현이나 생각이 단조롭고 평범하며 진부한 상태나 성질.
The quality or state of being dull, flat, or commonplace in expression or thought.
예문:
"The sheer platitude of the novel's plot made it difficult for readers to stay engaged until the end."
"Critics dismissed the exhibition for its intellectual platitude and lack of artistic risk."