uninspired

American  

[uhn-in-spahyuhrd] / ˌʌn ɪnˈspaɪərd /

adjective

1. not inspired; inspired; not creative or spirited.

   an uninspired performance; an uninspired teacher.

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uninspired British  

/ ˌʌnɪnˈspaɪəd /

adjective

1. dull or ordinary; unimaginative

   an uninspired painting

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Etymology

Origin of uninspired

First recorded in 1680–90; un- ¹ + inspired

Example Sentences

The quality of the United move that led to the winner 19 minutes from time was out of character with an otherwise uninspired 90 minutes.

From Barron's

United did not hit the height of sparkling performances to beat title challengers Arsenal and Manchester City in Carrick's first two matches in charge during an uninspired clash at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

From Barron's

But, with one poetic exception, these explorations are little more than uninspired opportunities for these “sons” to display their fine schooling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Lamely alluding to classical columns, they’re uninspired, to say the least.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I hope we’re still able to monetize our videos the same way, because without that, I think a lot of people would leave or feel uninspired.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ponderous
• unimpressed
• uninspiring