inane
2 synonyms and 3 antonyms for inane, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Silly, pointless, or lacking any real substance — often to an annoying degree.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use inane
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inane comment
inane chatter
utterly inane
Etymology
From Latin inānis, meaning "empty" or "useless," of unknown deeper origin.
Full origin of inane →Frequently asked questions
What does “inane” mean?
The word “inane” means silly, pointless, or lacking any real substance — often to an annoying degree. In plain terms, something so silly or empty of meaning that it's almost annoying.
How do you pronounce “inane”?
“Inane” is pronounced ih-NAYN (/ɪˈneɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “inane” in a sentence?
Here is “inane” used in a sentence: “The meeting was full of inane small talk that went nowhere.”
What part of speech is “inane”?
“Inane” is an adjective.
Where does the word “inane” come from?
The word “inane” comes from Latin. From Latin inānis, meaning "empty" or "useless," of unknown deeper origin.
