uninspired

adjective

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

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And their replacement represents an increasingly dismal view of the city’s future — dull, uninspired and thoughtlessly banal. Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 6 Apr. 2025 Yet, record numbers of people report feeling stuck, uninspired, and unsure of their future. William Mullane, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025 Born adds yet another layer, depicting how an artist’s drab, uninspired daily life can blossom into truly moving art. 20. Kristen S. Hé, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025 Companies that fail to cultivate curiosity often experience stagnation, where employees feel uninspired and disconnected from their work, increasing the likelihood of attrition. Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for uninspired

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

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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 25 Apr. 2025.

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