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What is another word for Mediocre? – 130 Mediocre Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    average middling moderate fair indifferent unremarkable uninspiring unimpressive lackluster subpar inferior second-rate mediocre ordinary commonplace banal trite dull mundane so-so passable tolerable acceptable decent satisfactory adequate sufficient medium middle-of-the-road unexceptional pedestrian humdrum monotonous.

    Meaning of Mediocre

    The primary meaning of the word "Mediocre" is something that is of average quality, neither very good nor very bad.

    Definitions

    • According to Oxford Languages, "Mediocre" is defined as:
    • + (of something) of average quality, neither very good nor very bad
    • + (of a person) having only a moderate amount of skill or talent

    Etymology of Mediocre

    The word "Mediocre" has its roots in Latin, where "mediocris" means "of middle quality" or "moderate", derived from "medius" meaning "middle" and the adjective suffix "-ocris", which forms an adjective indicating a relationship or condition.
    Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe something or someone as being of moderate or average quality.

    Example Uses

    • The new restaurant served mediocre food, nothing special but not bad either.
    • After a mediocre performance, the team was eliminated from the tournament.
    • The movie received mediocre reviews from critics, who found it to be neither impressive nor disappointing.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    excellent outstanding exceptional superb fantastic extraordinary remarkable impressive first-rate superior brilliant dazzling sensational breathtaking extraordinary phenomenal outstanding unparalleled incomparable matchless peerless supreme transcendent magnificent.

    Related Nouns

    quality standard level grade rank rating evaluation assessment appraisal judgment opinion view perspective standpoint average mean medium norm par baseline benchmark criterion gauge measure index scale.

    Related Verbs

    rate rank evaluate assess appraise judge estimate measure gauge compare contrast distinguish differentiate categorize classify grade score mark evaluate examine inspect review critique.

    Related Adjectives

    average moderate fair indifferent unremarkable satisfactory adequate sufficient decent passable tolerable acceptable competent capable skilled talented gifted exceptional outstanding superior excellent brilliant impressive remarkable.