Word Definition

Commonplace

  1. To enter in a commonplace book, or to reduce to general heads.
  2. Common; ordinary; trite; as, a commonplace person, or observation.
  3. To utter commonplaces; to indulge in platitudes.
  4. An idea or expression wanting originality or interest; a trite or customary remark; a platitude.
  5. A memorandum; something to be frequently consulted or referred to.