humdrum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety
  2. adjective not challenging; dull and lacking excitement
  3. adjective tediously repetitious or lacking in variety

Etymology

Possible reduplication of hum, 1550s.

In classic literature

Synonyms

monotony, sameness

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