Corny (Adjective)
Meaning
Dull and tiresome but with pretensions of significance or originality; "bromidic sermons".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The stand-up comedian's routine was so corny that the audience groaned at every predictable punchline.
- His poem about love and heartbreak was trite and corny, lacking any genuine emotion or insight.
- The company's advertising slogans sounded corny and overused, failing to impress the skeptical consumer.
- Her boyfriend's corny one-liners on their date made her wonder if he was truly interested in her or just trying to impress.
- The tourist information pamphlet contained some pretty corny advice on what to see and do in the city.