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A cliché or cliche (pronounced klē-ˈshā) is a saying, expression, idea, or element of an artistic work which has been overused to the point of losing its original meaning or effect, rendering it a stereotype, especially when at some earlier time it was considered meaningful or novel. The term is frequently used in modern culture for an action or idea which is expected or predictable, based on a prior event. It is likely to be used pejoratively. But "clichés" are not always false or inaccurate;[1] a cliché may or may not be true.[2] Some are stereotypes, but some are simply truisms and facts.[3] A cliché may sometimes be used in a work of fiction for comedic effect. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clich%C3%A9 n. 陈腔滥调 http://dict.cn/cliche [法]【刷】电铸版， 铅板； (照相)底板； [喻]陈词滥调， (小说等)陈腐的题材［场面］ http://www.hudong.com/wiki/cliche 例句与用法： I knew it's a cliche as models always seem to mention it, but drinking a litre or more of water a day really makes such a difference. |
