Meaning of the word hackneyed in English
What does hackneyed mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hackneyed
US /ˈhæk.nid/
UK /ˈhæk.nid/
Adjective
lacking significance through having been overused; unoriginal and trite
Example:
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His speech was full of hackneyed phrases.
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The plot of the movie was so hackneyed that I lost interest quickly.