Basic Details
Word: Clich
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: An overused expression or idea that has lost its originality and impact.
Synonyms: Stereotype, Banality, Platitude
Antonyms: Originality, Novelty, Uniqueness
Idioms and Phrases
- Beauty is in the eye of the beholder: Used to express that different people have varying opinions on what is beautiful. Example: "She thinks the painting is stunning, but he finds it clich beauty is in the eye of the beholder."
- Don't judge a book by its cover: A reminder not to judge someone or something based solely on their appearance. Example: "Though the film plot seemed clich, it turned out to be excellent; you can't judge a book by its cover."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The writer avoided using clichs in her story to ensure it felt fresh and engaging for readers.
Example 2: His speech was filled with clichs that made it less impactful and more predictable.
Example 3: Instead of relying on clichs, she tried to come up with unique phrases for her poem.
Fun Fact
The word "clich" originally referred to a printing plate used to produce the same image repeatedly, illustrating how something can become worn out and unoriginal over time.
Famous Quote
"The clich is that people are grouped by what they wear and how they look, but its so much more than that." Chris Pine
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "clich" mean?
a) A new idea
b) An overused expression
c) A type of fruit
d) A genre of music
Answer: b) An overused expression
2. Which of these is a synonym of "clich"?
a) Originality
b) Stereotype
c) Novelty
d) Uniqueness
Answer: b) Stereotype
3. Which sentence uses "clich" correctly?
a) The clich of the rainforest was very fascinating.
b) He used a clich in his tale about heroes and love.
c) Everyone wants to buy a clich.
d) The sun was a clich in the painting.
Answer: b) He used a clich in his tale about heroes and love.
4. Which idiom means the same as "clich"?
a) Don't judge a book by its cover
b) Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Theres nothing new under the sun
Answer: d) Theres nothing new under the sun
5. What is the opposite of "clich"?
a) Stereotype
b) Originality
c) Banality
d) Platitude
Answer: b) Originality
