insipid
1 antonyms and opposites of insipid, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Lacking flavor; bland.
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How to use insipid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French insipide, from Latin insipidus, from in- ("not") + sapidus ("tasty").
Full origin of insipid →Frequently asked questions
What does “insipid” mean?
The word “insipid” means lacking flavor; bland. In plain terms, bland or dull — whether it's food with no taste or a personality or piece of writing with no spark.
How do you pronounce “insipid”?
“Insipid” is pronounced ihn-SIHP-ihd (/ɪnˈsɪp.ɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “insipid” in a sentence?
Here is “insipid” used in a sentence: “The soup was watery and insipid.”
What is another word for “insipid”?
Words with a similar meaning to “insipid” include bland, cardboard, flaggy, flavorless, ingustible and intastable.
What is the opposite of “insipid”?
The opposite of “insipid” — its antonyms — is gustable.
What part of speech is “insipid”?
“Insipid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “insipid” come from?
The word “insipid” comes from Latin. From French insipide, from Latin insipidus, from in- ("not") + sapidus ("tasty").
How many meanings does “insipid” have?
“Insipid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lacking flavor; bland.