banal
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Adj — So common and unoriginal that it is boring.
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Etymology
From French banal, originally describing something "held in common" under feudal service, later shifting to mean "unoriginal" or "commonplace."
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What does “banal” mean?
The word “banal” means so common and unoriginal that it is boring. In plain terms, dull and unoriginal because it has been said or done so many times before.
How do you pronounce “banal”?
“Banal” is pronounced buh-NAHL (/bəˈnɑːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “banal” in a sentence?
Here is “banal” used in a sentence: “The movie was full of banal dialogue and predictable twists.”
What part of speech is “banal”?
“Banal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “banal” come from?
The word “banal” comes from French. From French banal, originally describing something "held in common" under feudal service, later shifting to mean "unoriginal" or "commonplace.".