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.

drabness

The quality of being drab.

drably

In a dull or uninspiring manner.

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!