adjective

uninspired

uh-nihn-SPEYE-uhd

Uninspired (adjective) means lacking creativity or enthusiasm; dull. Example: “The sequel felt flat and uninspired compared to the original.”

adjective

Lacking creativity or enthusiasm; dull.

"The sequel felt flat and uninspired compared to the original."

"His uninspired performance disappointed the crowd."

How to use uninspired

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBoring or predictable, as if no real effort or imagination went into it.

Common pairings

uninspired performance uninspired design

Word forms

more uninspired comparative, most uninspired superlative

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Etymology

From un- + inspired.

Rhymes for uninspired

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Frequently asked questions

What does “uninspired” mean?

The word “uninspired” means lacking creativity or enthusiasm; dull. In plain terms, boring or predictable, as if no real effort or imagination went into it.

How do you pronounce “uninspired”?

“Uninspired” is pronounced uh-nihn-SPEYE-uhd (/ˌʌnɪnˈspaɪəd/ in IPA).

How do you use “uninspired” in a sentence?

Here is “uninspired” used in a sentence: “The sequel felt flat and uninspired compared to the original.”

What part of speech is “uninspired”?

“Uninspired” is an adjective.