Definition

Something that is ordinary and not unusual or interesting; it lacks the qualities that make it special or unique.

Example

The restaurant served unexotic dishes that were simple and familiar to everyone.

Conversation

I just tried that new restaurant down the street.

How was it? Did you find anything unexotic?

Honestly, most of the dishes were pretty unexotic and bland.

That's disappointing! I was hoping for something more exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unexotic → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "exotic" (from Greek "exōtikos", meaning foreign or outside). The word "unexotic" means not foreign or not unusual, suggesting something that is familiar or commonplace.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'foreign' ('exotic') to remember that 'unexotic' describes something that is familiar or ordinary.

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