ho-hum

[hoh-huhm, -huhm]

interjection

1. (an exclamation expressing boredom, weariness, or contempt.)

adjective

1. dull, boring, or routine; so-so.

   a ho-hum performance.

ho-hum

/ ˈhəʊˌhʌm /

adjective

1. informal,  lacking interest or inspiration; dull; mediocre

   a ho-hum album

Word History and Origins

Origin of ho-hum¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Related Words

• boring 
• dull 
• routine 
• so-so