platitudinous
|plat-i-tu-di-nous|
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/ˌplætɪˈtjuːdɪnəs/
(platitude)
dull and unoriginal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'platitudinous' originates from the French word 'platitude', where 'plat' meant 'flat'.
Historical Evolution
'platitude' transformed into the English word 'platitudinous' to describe something that is flat or dull in expression.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'flat or dull', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'characterized by platitudes'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by or given to platitudes; dull and tiresome.
His speech was filled with platitudinous remarks that failed to inspire the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41