threadbare — worn thin or bare by long use; lacking freshness or novelty; hackneyed

an elderly tailor holds up an old suit jacket to examine it under the shop light. The fabric is so thin that his fingers are visible through multiple worn spots. Years of wear have left the material frayed at the edges and transparent in several places. The jacket's original pattern has faded to barely recognizable colors. A young customer nearby looks disappointed as she realizes the jacket cannot be repaired. Another worn coat hanging on a nearby rack shows similar deterioration from long use. clothing worn thin and bare by extensive use over time