platitude

Root : plat, meaning flat

As Noun : a trite remark, commonplace statement. Also, dull, insipid

Synonyms : prosaism, cliche
Antonyms : esoteric (suggest by 'sat', thanks :) )

Related Words : commonplace, banality

Usage : The platitudes of the orator would have had impressed the majority of the junta, but they failed to attract the attention of critics.

Connotation : critical of speech