Meaning & Definition of word "Bland"
Bland
/blænd/
adjective:
- 1. lacking strong features or characteristics and therefore uninteresting.
- Example: The presentation was so bland that most of the audience fell asleep.
- 2. (of food) lacking flavor; dull.
- Example: I prefer spicy dishes, but this one is rather bland.
- 3. smooth and soothing; mild.
- Example: He spoke in a bland tone that failed to excite any interest.
Etymology
●Derived from Middle English 'blande', from Old French 'bland', from Latin 'blandus', meaning 'smooth' or 'gentle'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bland as a dishwater:
completely unremarkable or boring.
bland expressions:
facial expressions that show little emotion or interest.
bland taste:
a flavor that is mild to the point of being uninteresting.
Related Words
insipid:
lacking flavor or vigor.
dull:
lacking interest or excitement.
mild:
not strong or harsh.
Slang Meanings of bland
Meaning: boring or unexciting.
● Example Sentence: That movie was so bland, I almost fell asleep.
Meaning: not at all spicy or thrilling.
● Example Sentence: Her party was pretty bland, nothing fun happened.