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

Examples of uninspired in a Sentence

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Bieber's set has been met with mixed reviews as some praise the singer for his innovative, nostalgic approach while others are criticizing the set as low-effort and uninspired. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026 Obviously not—besides the questionable hygiene practice, wearing the same thing day in and day out is uninspired and oftentimes inappropriate for the situation at hand. Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 6 Apr. 2026 My go-to hack for whenever my outfits are feeling uninspired is to slip into a bold pattern. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 Apr. 2026 Michael Mina’s Acqua Bistecca has a polished look but takes an uninspired approach to surf and turf. Elazar Sontag, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2026 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 21 Apr. 2026.

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