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Definition of cliched

cliched

/kliːˈʃeɪd/
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• adjective

1

Showing a lack of originality; based on or consisting of phrases or ideas that have been overused to the point of losing their impact.

Example

"The critic complained that the movie's plot was predictable and full of cliched dialogue."

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• Rhymes for cliched

• Nearby Words

cleverly
cleverness
cliche
cliched
clichéd
click
clickable

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the French word 'cliché', the past participle of 'clicher' (to stereotype), an imitative word echoing the clicking sound of molten metal striking a matrix in printing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cliched. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cliched
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