Definition of Banal: Banal (adjective): So lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring; commonplace and trite. Synonyms: trite, clichéd, hackneyed, unoriginal Antonyms: original, fresh, innovative, novel Memory Tip: Think of “banal” as something that’s been used so often it’s become a “ban” on creativity. Conversation and Short Story Examples Here is how “banal”…