Meaning of the word insipid in English

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insipid

US /ɪnˈsɪp.ɪd/

UK /ɪnˈsɪp.ɪd/

lacking flavor; tasteless

Example:

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The soup was rather insipid and needed more seasoning.

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He found the local cuisine to be surprisingly insipid.

Synonym:

bland tasteless flavorless vapid watery

Synonym:

flavorful tasty savory piquant zesty

lacking vigor or interest; dull

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The conversation was utterly insipid, with no interesting points raised.

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His latest novel was criticized for its insipid characters and predictable plot.

Synonym:

dull boring uninspired vapid lifeless

Synonym:

engaging lively exciting vibrant stimulating

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