overused
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌoʊvɝˈjuzd// UK //ˌəʊvəjˈuːzd// overused
v. used too many times, so it has lost its original power or meaning. You use this to describe words, phrases, or even things like a tired old joke.
v. used to such an extent that its original impact, novelty, or effectiveness has been diminished. Often describes linguistic expressions or physical objects that have reached a state of exhaustion.
The phrase 'at the end of the day' is overused in business meetings.
The critic argued that the director's reliance on slow-motion shots had become overused, making the film feel repetitive.
While the metaphor was initially fresh and insightful, its overuse in subsequent marketing campaigns rendered it a hollow cliché that failed to resonate with the target audience.
From over- + used.