Banal

/bɪˈnɑːl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

So lacking in originality as to be obvious and boring.

The film was criticized for its banal plot and predictable ending.

Devoid of freshness or originality; hackneyed.

Her speech was filled with banal clichés that failed to engage the audience.

Uninspired or dull; commonplace.

The artwork was considered banal and did not stand out in the gallery.

French 'banal', from 'ban' meaning a public proclamation.

banal conversation

An unremarkable or boring exchange of ideas.

banal repetition

Repeated statements or actions that offer no new information or insight.

trite

Overused and consequently of little import; lacking originality.

stale

No longer fresh and pleasant; worn out.

Bland and uninspired.

That band's new album is pretty banal, nothing new at all.

Mainstream and unexciting.

I can't watch that show anymore; it's become so banal.