Entry Word: insipid

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 lacking in taste or flavor <an apple pie with a mushy, insipid filling that strongly resembled soggy cardboard>

Synonyms flat, flavorless, savorless, tasteless

Related Words bland, dilute, thin, watery, weak; plain, unflavored

Near Antonyms disgusting, distasteful, loathsome, sickening, unappetizing, unpalatable; appetizing, delectable, delicious, palatable, toothsome; piquant, seasoned, spicy; flavored; heavy, rich

Antonyms flavorful, savory, tasty

2 lacking in qualities that make for spirit and character <an insipid and somewhat boring movie about teenagers in love> — see wishy-washy 1