uninspired

adjective

un·​in·​spired ˌən-in-ˈspī(-ə)rd How to pronounce uninspired (audio)
Synonyms of uninspirednext
: lacking in inspiration or originality : not inspired
a bland, uninspired menu
an uninspired choice

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In short, Netflix’s uninspired use of Wilder’s voice isn’t exactly setting the company up for success, given the widespread criticism. Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 2 July 2026 Featuring one of the world’s best defenses, the team has been uninspired in attack and didn’t score a goal in its first two matches. Tushaar Kuthiala, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 June 2026 One of the earliest signs that the new Supergirl will be an uninspired slog is the overload of blobby alien dirtbags, grotesque creatures that look like they were refused admission to the Mos Eisley Cantina in the original Star Wars movie. David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 24 June 2026 Stanton represents Bonnie’s fantasy world as a bright dimension of pastel drawings and glitzy colors, whereas the Lilypad games are flat and uninspired. David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for uninspired

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of uninspired was in 1700

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“Uninspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uninspired. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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