Main Entry: bland

Pronunciation: \ˈbland\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Latin blandus

Date: 1565

1 a : smooth and soothing in manner or quality <a bland smile> b : exhibiting no personal concern or embarrassment : unperturbed <a bland confession of guilt>
2 a : not irritating, stimulating, or invigorating : soothing b : dull, insipid <bland stories with little plot or action>

synonyms see suave

— bland·ly \ˈblan(d)-lē\ adverb

— bland·ness \ˈblan(d)-nəs\ noun