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Synonyms & Similar Words
mundane
ordinary
routine
dull
uninteresting
commonplace
banal
trite
hackneyed
clichéd
stereotyped
predictable
unremarkable
uninspiring
unexciting
lackluster
tedious
monotonous
humdrum
prosaic
workaday
everyday
usual
customary
familiar
normal
standard
conventional
stereotypical
unoriginal
uninspired
dull
flat
stale
vapid
bland
uneventful
colorless
unvaried
uniform
unchanging
static
stagnant
monochrome
unimaginative
uncreative
unartistic
unpoetic
unromantic
unadventurous
risk-averse
cautious
conservative
traditional
unprogressive
unimaginative
uninnovative
unenterprising
unambitious
Meaning of Prosaic
The primary meaning of the word "prosaic" refers to something that is dull, mundane, and lacking in interest or imagination.
Definitions
- Lacking in imagination, inspiration, or interest, dull and uninteresting
- * Concerned with the ordinary and mundane, lacking in romance or excitement
Etymology of Prosaic
The word "prosaic" originates from the Latin word "prosaicus," meaning "prose" as opposed to poetry, and has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is dull, mundane, and lacking in poetic or imaginative quality.
Example Uses
- The prosaic task of data entry was not what she had envisioned for her career
- * The novel's prosaic style made it a boring read
- * The prosaic landscape of the city was a far cry from the beautiful scenery of the countryside
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
exciting
interesting
imaginative
creative
inspiring
romantic
adventurous
thrilling
exhilarating
electrifying
captivating
enchanting
fascinating
intriguing
stimulating
dynamic
vibrant
colorful
varied
diverse
unique
original
innovative
artistic
poetic
romantic
dramatic
spectacular
extraordinary
exceptional
remarkable
outstanding
breathtaking
awe-inspiring
impressive