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mundane

1 of 1adjective
/mən.ˈdeɪn/
Forms:more mundane,most mundane
1

lacking the ability to arouse interest or cause excitement

  • The mundane task of washing dishes felt tedious and uninteresting.
  • His mundane job involved repetitive tasks that offered little challenge.
  • The mundane scenery along the highway made the long drive seem even longer.
  • The mundane conversation at the party failed to captivate anyone's attention.
  • The mundane routine of daily life made her yearn for something more exciting.
Synonyms:
lacklustermonochromaticvapidrepetitivedrabslowtastelessunexcitingdeadeninginsipidroutineblandgrayrepetitiousuninterestingdrearyhumdrumlifelessho-humflateverydayworkadaydryjuicelessunremarkablemonotonousuninspiredquotidianpalelusterless
2

belonging to this earth or world; not ideal or heavenly

Synonyms:
terrene
3

characterized by a focus on practical or worldly affairs, rather than abstract or theoretical considerations

  • As a financial advisor, his expertise lay in navigating the mundane complexities of investment portfolios and retirement planning.
  • The seminar aimed to provide practical advice for dealing with mundane challenges in the workplace, such as time management and conflict resolution.
  • The scientist's research focused on solving mundane problems like improving agricultural yields rather than exploring abstract theories.
  • In his lecture, the professor emphasized the mundane aspects of economics, such as supply and demand, rather than delving into abstract theories.
  • The consultant offered advice on streamlining mundane processes in the office, aiming to increase efficiency and productivity.
Synonyms:
terrestrial