meh

American

[me] / mɛ /

interjection

(an expression of boredom or apathy).

We thought it would sell, but customers are saying “Meh!”

adjective

unimpressive; boring.

The first few songs were meh.
bored or apathetic.

I'm feeling a little meh.

meh British

/ mɛ /

interjection

an expression of indifference or boredom

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adjective

mediocre or boring

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of meh

First recorded in 1990-95; popularized on the TV show The Simpsons

Example Sentences

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meh

If you think that’s a meh deal, compare L.A.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026

"A waste of our time", and perhaps the most succinct reaction: "meh".

From BBC ● May 11, 2026

But as for the new stuff… meh, wait for a better month.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026

I guess the grouches can let a meh day in the team combined or an 11th place in the giant slalom spoil their vibe, but Mikaela Shiffrin is restored as an Olympic champion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 18, 2026

“It’s a long life to spend doing something you’re only meh about,” I insist.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon

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