Definition

Lacking creativity or originality; dull and uninspired.

Example

The movie was so unimaginative that I fell asleep halfway through.

Conversation

I watched that new movie last night, and it was really unimaginative.

Oh no, I was hoping it would be good!

Yeah, the plot was so predictable and boring.

That’s such a letdown; I hate when movies are like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unimaginative → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "imaginative" (from Latin "imaginari", meaning to form an image or to imagine). The word "unimaginative" means not having the ability to form images or ideas in the mind, thus lacking creativity or originality.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'imaginative', which means having the ability to create images or ideas. This helps you remember that 'unimaginative' describes someone who lacks creativity.

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