Platitude

Pronunciation: /ˈplætɪˌtuːd/

Platitude (noun)

  1. A statement that sounds true and sensible, but is too general to be helpful or interesting.
  2. A repeated idea or line that people say often, without adding new meaning or real value.

Examples

  • His speech was full of empty common saying.
  • The article repeats an empty common saying without new ideas.