B2 adjective 중립

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.

예시

3 / 5
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.

어휘 가족

명사
blandness
부사
blandly
형용사
bland
관련
blandishment
💡

암기 팁

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

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: blandness

예시

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.

어휘 가족

명사
blandness
부사
blandly
형용사
bland
관련
blandishment

자주 쓰는 조합

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

자주 쓰는 구문

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

자주 혼동되는 단어

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.

📝

사용 참고사항

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.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

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'.

💡

암기 팁

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

📖

어원

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

문법 패턴

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

문화적 맥락

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.

빠른 퀴즈

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

정답!

정답은: blandness

관련 단어

exarchness

C1

The state or quality of being an exarch, specifically referring to the authoritative status or regional jurisdiction of a deputy ruler or high-ranking ecclesiastical official. It describes the inherent power and dignity associated with governing a province or diocese on behalf of a higher sovereign.

perihumer

C1

A technical term referring to the anatomical region or specific tissue structures immediately surrounding the humerus bone in the upper arm. It is primarily used in orthopedic medicine and physical therapy to describe areas of concern during surgery, injury assessment, or prosthetic fitting.

microfluship

C1

A precise, automated release of a minimal amount of fluid or data used to clear a micro-system or reset high-sensitivity sensors. It is typically employed in microfluidic engineering and advanced computing to prevent sediment buildup or signal noise.

antiponness

C1

The quality or state of being opposed to or averse to hard labor, toil, or physical exertion. It describes a deep-seated resistance to performing arduous tasks, often found in philosophical or psychological discussions about the nature of work.

forenumerary

C1

Describes something that pertains to an initial or preliminary counting or listing that occurs before the main enumeration. It is typically used in administrative, historical, or technical contexts to refer to items or individuals recorded ahead of a final official tally.

detangite

C1

To separate components, strands, or ideas that have become intricately intertwined or knotted. It is most frequently used in formal or technical contexts to describe the process of unravelling a complex situation, data set, or physical structure.

unitangine

C1

Describing a process or system that operates through a single point of contact or a singular, unbranching focus. It is often used in technical or analytical contexts to denote a direct and isolated interaction between two entities.

enjectment

C1

Ejectment is a legal action or remedy brought by a person who claims title to real property to recover possession of that property. It is primarily used to remove a tenant or squatter who is wrongfully occupying the land and to settle disputes regarding the rightful owner's title.

invertite

C1

Describing something that has been reversed in position, order, or nature, or turned upside down. It is a highly specialized or archaic term used primarily in technical, historical, or biological contexts to denote a state of inversion.

malteghood

C1

Describing a state marked by deep-seated communal loyalty and historical resilience. It refers to qualities or behaviors that prioritize the preservation of a group's collective identity and shared fortitude above individual interests.

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