banal — lacking originality or freshness; dull and uninteresting
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: lacking originality or freshness; dull and uninteresting
Pronunciation (IPA): /bəˈnæl/
Korean meaning: 진부한, 뻔한, 독창성이 없고 지루한
Korean pronunciation: 버-낼 (강세: 낼)
Example Sentences
- His banal jokes made everyone yawn at the party.
- The pop song's banal lyrics about love disappointed critics.
- She avoided banal small talk by discussing philosophy.
banal
ADJECTIVE//bəˈnæl//
lacking originality or freshness; dull and uninteresting
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Origin
From French 'banal,' derived from Old French 'ban' meaning a public proclamation or common obligation. The word originally referred to something available to all people in common, and later evolved to mean ordinary or lacking distinction.
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“His banal jokes made everyone yawn at the party.”
“The pop song's banal lyrics about love disappointed critics.”
“She avoided banal small talk by discussing philosophy.”
“The reality show's banal drama failed to attract viewers.”
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