banalities

The word “banalities” has 4 syllables: ba-na-li-ties

It's pronounced as /bəˈnæl.ɪ.tiz/


What is synonym and antonym for banalities?

In the thesaurus, “banalities” has 22 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for banalities along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for banalities

  • adages
  • bromides
  • chestnuts
  • cliches
  • commonplaces
  • conventional wisdoms
  • generalities
  • generalizations
  • groaners
  • homilies
  • inanities
  • party lines
  • platitudes
  • proverbs
  • routines
  • saws
  • sayings
  • shibboleths
  • simplifications
  • stereotypes
  • tropes
  • truisms

Antonyms for banalities

  • profundities

Meanings of banalities

  • noun
    1. The quality of being banal.
    2. Something which is banal.
    3. A feudal right or obligation, especially the obligation for a peasant to grind grain at the lord's mill, or the profits accruing from such rights.

Example Sentences

  • The speaker avoided banalities and focused on more profound topics.
  • She rolled her eyes at the banalities of everyday small talk.
  • The film was filled with banalities that failed to engage the audience.
  • His speech was criticized for its reliance on tired banalities.
  • In a world full of banalities, she sought out meaningful conversations.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to banalities, such as: adages, bromides, chestnuts, cliches, commonplaces, conventional wisdoms, generalities.

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