banality
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for banality, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being dull, unoriginal, and overly familiar.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use banality
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French banalité, built from banal plus the noun ending -ity.
Full origin of banality →Frequently asked questions
What does “banality” mean?
The word “banality” means the quality of being dull, unoriginal, and overly familiar. In plain terms, the state of being boringly ordinary or unoriginal.
How do you pronounce “banality”?
“Banality” is pronounced buh-NA-lih-tee (/bəˈnælɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “banality” in a sentence?
Here is “banality” used in a sentence: “The banality of the small talk made the meeting drag on.”
What part of speech is “banality”?
“Banality” is a noun.
Where does the word “banality” come from?
The word “banality” comes from French. From French banalité, built from banal plus the noun ending -ity.