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Insipidly: meaning, definitions and examples

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insipidly

 

[ ɪnˈsɪpɪdli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

lack of flavor

Insipidly means in a manner that is lacking flavor, excitement, or interest. It describes an action or expression that is dull or bland without any engaging qualities.

Synonyms

blandly, dully, monotonously, uninspiringly

Examples of usage

  • The soup was insipidly prepared, lacking any spices.
  • He spoke insipidly, failing to capture the audience's attention.
  • The movie was insipidly made, with a predictable plot.
  • The painting was insipidly colorful but lacked depth.

Translations

Translations of the word "insipidly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insípido

🇮🇳 सादा

🇩🇪 geschmacklos

🇮🇩 tawar

🇺🇦 непригадний

🇵🇱 mdły

🇯🇵 無味の

🇫🇷 insipide

🇪🇸 insípido

🇹🇷 tatsız

🇰🇷 맛이 없는

🇸🇦 بلا طعم

🇨🇿 nevýrazný

🇸🇰 nevýrazný

🇨🇳 无味的

🇸🇮 brez okusa

🇮🇸 ósmakast

🇰🇿 дәмсіз

🇬🇪 ბლანტი

🇦🇿 dadı olmayan

🇲🇽 insípido

Etymology

The word 'insipidly' derives from the adjective 'insipid', which has its roots in the Latin word 'insipidus', meaning 'tasteless' or 'flavorless'. The prefix 'in-' indicates negation, while 'sapidus' stems from 'sapere', meaning 'to taste' in Latin. This transition into English occurred in the early 17th century. Used primarily in literature and art criticism, 'insipid' describes something that fails to excite or stimulate the senses. Over time, 'insipidly' evolved to specifically describe the manner of doing something that is lacking in spirit, flavor, or interest, emphasizing an unremarkable and bland quality in actions or expressions. The negative connotation surrounding the word has been preserved through its various applications, maintaining a consistent warning against dullness in creative and intellectual pursuits.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,973, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.