Definition

A quality or state of being unoriginal or dull, often because it is too predictable or obvious.

Example

The movie was criticized for its banality and lack of creativity.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many movies rely on such banality in their plots?

Totally! It's like they run out of original ideas.

Right? I miss the days when stories felt fresh and exciting.

Same here! Now it seems like everything's just a remake or cliché.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Banality → It is formed from "banal" (from Old French *banal*, meaning common or ordinary) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "banality" refers to the state of being commonplace or lacking originality.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'common' ('banal') and the suffix that indicates a 'state' or 'quality' ('-ity'). This helps you remember that banality refers to the quality of being ordinary.

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