Insipid

/ɪnˈsɪp.ɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

lacking flavor or vigor.

The soup was insipid, lacking any real taste or seasoning.

lacking interesting or stimulating qualities; dull.

His insipid remarks during the meeting failed to engage anyone in the discussion.

not having a strong or pleasant flavor.

The insipid salad was made with bland vegetables and no dressing.

From Latin 'insipidus', meaning 'tasteless', from 'in-' (not) + 'sapidus' (flavored).

insipid conversation

A discussion that is dull and uninteresting.

insipid excuse

An excuse that lacks credibility or substance.

insipid humor

Humor that is bland and fails to amuse.

vapid

Lacking liveliness or interest.

bland

Mild and soothing in manner.

lifeless

Lacking vitality or energy.

Boring or unexciting.

That movie was totally insipid; I fell asleep!

Without appeal or charm.

She's nice, but kind of insipid, you know?