Meaning of the word cliche in English

What does cliche mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cliche

US /kliːˈʃeɪ/
UK /ˈkliː.ʃeɪ/

Noun

a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought

Example:
His speech was full of tired old clichés.
The plot of the movie was a bit of a cliché.

Adjective

lacking originality or freshness; overused

Example:
The movie's ending was so cliché, everyone predicted it.
Avoid using cliché phrases in your writing.
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