hackneyed

The word “hackneyed” has 2 syllables: hack-neyed.

It's pronounced as /ˈhækniːd/.


What is synonym and antonym for hackneyed?

In the thesaurus, “hackneyed” has 16 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for hackneyed

  • banal
  • bored
  • cliche
  • corny
  • exhausted
  • overexposed
  • overused
  • popularized
  • stale
  • stereotyped
  • threadbare
  • timeworn
  • tired
  • trite
  • vulgarized
  • well-worn

Antonyms for hackneyed

  • exciting
  • fresh
  • interesting
  • new
  • novel
  • original
  • unhackneyed

Meanings of hackneyed

  • verb
    1. To make uninteresting or trite by frequent use.
    2. To use as a hackney.
    3. To carry in a hackney coach.
  • adjective
    1. Repeated too often.
    2. Let out for hire.

Example Sentences

  • The writer avoided using hackneyed phrases and opted for fresh, original expressions.
  • The speech was criticized for its reliance on hackneyed clichés and platitudes.
  • The movie's plot felt predictable and hackneyed, lacking originality.
  • The comedian aimed to deliver jokes that were witty and avoided hackneyed punchlines.
  • In the world of fashion, she sought innovative designs and avoided the use of hackneyed trends.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hackneyed, such as: banal, bored, cliche, corny, exciting, exhausted, fresh.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

hack

  • accept
  • address
  • amateur
  • bang
  • beat
  • beginner
  • blow
  • cab
  • chip
  • cliche
  • clip
  • commonplace
  • drudge
  • endure
  • hacker
  • hackney
  • hackneyed
  • handle
  • hit
  • kid
  • knock
  • lick
  • manage
  • manipulate
  • negotiate
  • novice
  • poke
  • pound
  • punch
  • slam
  • slap
  • slit
  • smack
  • spank
  • stand
  • stereotyped
  • stroke
  • sustain
  • swipe
  • switch
  • take
  • taxi
  • thud
  • thump
  • tired
  • tolerate
  • treat
  • whack

hackney

  • barouche
  • bay
  • black
  • bore
  • bronco
  • brougham
  • buckboard
  • buggy
  • cab
  • cabriolet
  • caleche
  • calèche
  • carriage
  • carryall
  • chaise
  • charger
  • chariot
  • chestnut
  • cliche
  • coach
  • commonplace
  • coupe
  • coupé
  • curricle
  • diligence
  • droshky
  • exhaust
  • gig
  • hack
  • hackneyed
  • hansom
  • hansom cab
  • landau
  • mare
  • mount
  • mustang
  • overuse
  • packhorse
  • palomino
  • phaeton
  • pony
  • popularize
  • prancer
  • quarter horse
  • racehorse
  • roadster
  • roan
  • rockaway
  • saddle horse
  • sorrel
  • stagecoach
  • stanhope
  • stereotype
  • stereotyped
  • surrey
  • tandem
  • taxi
  • taxicab
  • tilbury
  • tired
  • tonga
  • troika
  • trotter
  • victoria
  • vulgarize
  • warhorse

zestless

  • boring
  • corny
  • dry
  • dull
  • hackneyed
  • insipid
  • musty
  • predictable
  • savorless
  • shopworn
  • smelly
  • sour
  • stagnant
  • tasteless
  • tedious
  • threadbare
  • tired
  • watery

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