Word
lackluster
Phoneticslack·lus·ter
/ˈɫæˌkɫəstɝ/
UK spelling · lacklustre
Definition
adj. not very exciting or impressive. You use this to describe something that is boring or does not show much energy.
adj. lacking in energy, interest, or brilliance; dull or uninspiring. Often used to describe performances, products, or economic growth.
Examples
“The movie was a lackluster attempt at a horror film.”
“The company's quarterly report was a lackluster document that failed to inspire confidence in the board.”
“Despite the high expectations for the new season, the team's performance remained lackluster, failing to secure a single victory in their first five matches.”
Examples
simple
“The movie was a lackluster attempt at a horror film.”
contextual
“The company's quarterly report was a lackluster document that failed to inspire confidence in the board.”
complex
“Despite the high expectations for the new season, the team's performance remained lackluster, failing to secure a single victory in their first five matches.”
Real-World Examples
“The ONS also said retail sales were lacklustre in July, falling 0.5% from June.” “Also, the interior panel fit on my test vehicle was disappointing—and not just for a $100,000 vehicle; it would be lackluster on the $45,000 Subaru I tested immediately afterward.” Etymology
From lack + luster.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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