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banality

noun

/bəˈnæləti/

Meaning

The condition of being unoriginal, boring, or obvious; trite remark or quality.

The speech was criticized for its banality and lack of originality.

triviality, cliché, platitude, ordinariness, dullness

originality, uniqueness, novelty

utter banality, full of banality, escape banality, cultural banality

a large round orange fruit with thick skin and edible flesh

a religious discourse delivered as part of a church service; a tedious moralizing lecture

a book, play, or film produced quickly to make money rather than for artistic value

A list or plan showing people’s duties or times when they are scheduled.

A place, amenity, or piece of equipment provided for a particular purpose.

A rule made by a company, organization, or local authority to control the actions of its members.