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Definition of blandness

blandness

/ˈblænd.nəs/
bland · ness
Adverb:blandly
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Adjective:bland
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blandness Lexical Profile

blandness Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The quality of being dull, unexciting, or lacking distinctive character and interest.

Example

"Critics complained about the predictable blandness of the summer blockbuster."

2

The quality of having a mild, weak, or unseasoned flavor.

Example

"A squeeze of fresh lemon juice helped offset the blandness of the steamed rice."

3

A smooth, unperturbed, or soothing manner that avoids causing irritation or emotion.

Example

"The spokesperson answered the hostile questions with a practiced, polite blandness."

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• Rhymes for blandness

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Blandness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/blandness
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