B2 adjective محايد

blandness

/ˈblændnəs/

Blandness refers to the quality of being uninteresting, dull, or lacking in strong features and characteristics. In a culinary context, it describes food that lacks flavor or seasoning, while in a general context, it describes things that are mediocre or devoid of personality.

أمثلة

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1

The blandness of the soup made me reach for the salt and pepper immediately.

The lack of flavor in the soup made me want to add seasoning right away.

2

Critics often complain about the blandness of modern corporate architecture.

Reviewers frequently express dislike for the uninteresting design of modern office buildings.

3

I couldn't finish the movie because of the sheer blandness of the main character.

I stopped watching the film because the protagonist was extremely boring and lacked personality.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
blandness
ظرف
blandly
صفة
bland
مرتبط
blandishment
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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the word 'blah'. If something is 'blah', it is full of 'blandness'.

اختبار سريع

The designer was criticized for the __________ of the new logo, which many found forgettable.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: blandness

أمثلة

1

The blandness of the soup made me reach for the salt and pepper immediately.

everyday

The lack of flavor in the soup made me want to add seasoning right away.

2

Critics often complain about the blandness of modern corporate architecture.

formal

Reviewers frequently express dislike for the uninteresting design of modern office buildings.

3

I couldn't finish the movie because of the sheer blandness of the main character.

informal

I stopped watching the film because the protagonist was extremely boring and lacked personality.

4

The study explores the intentional blandness of diplomatic language used in international treaties.

academic

The research examines why the language in global agreements is purposely kept neutral and unexciting.

5

We need to avoid any blandness in our marketing campaign if we want to stand out from the competition.

business

We must ensure our advertising is not dull so that we can be more noticeable than other companies.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
blandness
ظرف
blandly
صفة
bland
مرتبط
blandishment

تلازمات شائعة

utter blandness complete lack of interest or flavor
alleviate the blandness to make something less boring or tasteless
corporate blandness the unexciting style associated with large companies
relative blandness a comparative lack of distinct features
aesthetic blandness a lack of visual interest or beauty

العبارات الشائعة

clinical blandness

a cold or sterile lack of personality

safe blandness

being intentionally uninteresting to avoid offending anyone

surprising blandness

an unexpected lack of flavor or excitement

يُخلط عادةً مع

blandness vs blindness

Blindness is the inability to see, whereas blandness is a lack of flavor or excitement.

blandness vs bluntness

Bluntness refers to directness in speech or a dull edge, while blandness refers to a lack of character or spice.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

Use 'blandness' when you want to emphasize the negative aspect of something being too neutral or unexciting. It is commonly used to describe food, art, personalities, or environments that fail to make an impression.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes use the adjective 'bland' where the noun 'blandness' is required, such as saying 'I was surprised by the bland of the food' instead of 'the blandness of the food'.

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نصيحة للحفظ

Think of the word 'blah'. If something is 'blah', it is full of 'blandness'.

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أصل الكلمة

From the Latin word 'blandus', meaning 'smooth, mild, or flattering'.

أنماط نحوية

Uncountable noun Usually followed by the preposition 'of' Can be preceded by qualifying adjectives like 'sheer' or 'total'
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السياق الثقافي

In many Western cultures, 'blandness' in food is generally criticized, though a 'bland diet' is a specific medical term for easily digestible, non-irritating foods.

اختبار سريع

The designer was criticized for the __________ of the new logo, which many found forgettable.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: blandness

كلمات ذات صلة

ready

A2

To be fully prepared for an action or an event. It describes a state where everything is set so that something can happen immediately without delay.

simple

A2

Something that is easy to understand, do, or use because it is not complicated. It can also describe something that is plain and basic in style, without extra decoration.

physical

A2

Relating to the body rather than the mind or feelings. It also describes things that exist in the real world and can be seen or touched.

general

A2

Describing something that affects most people or things rather than being specific to one. It is also used to describe a broad understanding of a topic without focusing on small details.

environmental

A2

Relating to the natural world of land, sea, air, plants, and animals. It is often used to describe things that involve protecting nature from damage caused by humans.

medical

A2

Relating to the science of medicine and the treatment of injuries or diseases. It is used to describe things connected to doctors, nurses, and the healthcare system.

traditional

A2

Following or belonging to the customs and beliefs that have been part of a group of people or a society for a long time. It describes practices that are done in the same way they have been done in the past rather than using new or modern methods.

private

A2

Describes something that belongs to a specific person or group and is not for public use. It also refers to a place or conversation where others are not allowed to listen or watch.

difficult

A2

Something that is hard to do, understand, or deal with because it requires a lot of effort or skill. It can also describe a person who is not easy to please or work with.

religious

A2

Describes someone who has a strong belief in a god or a group of gods and follows the practices of a religion. It can also refer to things that are connected with or related to a particular religion.

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