Word Adjective
uninspired
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˌənɪnˈspaɪɝd/ UK /ˌʌnɪnspˈaɪəd/ unin·spired
Definition
adj.lacking in creativity, interest, or energy. You use this to describe something that is boring or not very good.
adj.lacking in originality, creativity, or enthusiasm. Often describes work, ideas, or performances that fail to engage or impress an audience.
Examples
“The movie was so uninspired that I fell asleep.”
“The committee rejected the proposal because it was an uninspired copy of a much older design.”
“While the technical execution was flawless, the performance felt uninspired, failing to capture the emotional depth required for such a demanding repertoire.”
Etymology
From un- + inspired.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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