bland — lacking strong features or characteristics; uninteresting
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lacking strong features or characteristics; uninteresting
Pronunciation (IPA): /blænd/
Korean meaning: 특색이 없는, 재미없는, 밋밋한
Korean pronunciation: **블**랜드
Example Sentences
- My roommate's cooking is so bland that even salt runs away from it.
- The hospital serves bland meals to help patients recover.
- His bland smile couldn't hide his disappointment.
bland
ADJECTIVE//blænd//
lacking strong features or characteristics; uninteresting
A customer receives a bland meal with no flavor or appeal
This bland band makes the crowd stand and sleep!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'blandus' meaning soft, smooth, or soothing. The word entered Middle English through Old French and Norman French influences.
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📝Examples
“My roommate's cooking is so bland that even salt runs away from it.”
“The hospital serves bland meals to help patients recover.”
“His bland smile couldn't hide his disappointment.”
“The comedian's jokes were so bland that the audience started checking their phones.”
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