Drab

/dræb/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A dull, lifeless color; a drab color.

The artist chose to use drab in his painting to convey a sense of melancholy.

A dull, unattractive person or thing.

Despite his intelligence, he was often seen as a drab in social settings.

adjective

Lacking brightness or interest; drearily dull.

The walls of the room were painted a drab gray that made the space feel uninviting.

Having a dull or dreary appearance.

Her drab clothing did not reflect her vibrant personality.

Of little or no variety; monotonous.

The landscape was drab, with nothing but barren fields stretching as far as the eye could see.

Middle English drabbe, possibly from Middle Dutch drabb.

drab day:

A day that is dull and uninspiring.

drab colors:

Colors that lack vibrancy or are muted.

drab atmosphere:

An environment that feels uninviting or lifeless.

A boring or unexciting person.

He's such a drab; he never wants to go out.

A term for something that is overly plain or basic.

That outfit is so drab; you should add some color!