ho-hum
adjective
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Definition of ho-hum
(Entry 1 of 2)
2 : bored, indifferent a ho-hum reaction
ho hum
interjection
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Definition of ho hum (Entry 2 of 2)
—used to express weariness, boredom, or disdain
Synonyms & Antonyms for ho-hum
Synonyms: Adjective
arid, boring, colorless, drab, dreary, drudging, dry, dull, dusty, flat, heavy, humdrum, jading, jejune, leaden, mind-numbing, monochromatic, monotonous, numbing, old, pedestrian, ponderous, slow, stale, stodgy, stuffy, stupid, tame, tedious, tiresome, tiring, uninteresting, wearisome, weary, wearying
Antonyms: Adjective
absorbing, engaging, engrossing, gripping, interesting, intriguing, involving, riveting
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ho-hum
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of ho-hum
(Entry 1 of 2)
: having or showing no excitement or enthusiasm
ho hum
interjection
English Language Learners Definition of ho hum (Entry 2 of 2)
—used to show that you are bored, not interested, etc.
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