uninspired

adjective

un·​in·​spired ˌən-in-ˈspī(-ə)rd 

: lacking in inspiration or originality : not inspired

a bland, uninspired menu

an uninspired choice

Examples of uninspired in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Its artistic direction also underplays the war's grim reality, resulting in uninspired worldbuilding. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

The French came out flat against Spain in the semifinal, looking relatively uninspired for such a massive occasion. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake, however, is uninspired and hollow. — Elias Burke, New York Times, 13 July 2026

But the uninspired all-around performance sealed a series loss on the final weekend of the season’s first half. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1700, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for uninspired

• undesired
• unexpired
• acquired
• admired
• backfired
• conspired
• desired
• enquired
• hardwired
• inquired
• inspired
• rehired