Definition

Not having new or original ideas; lacking creativity.

Example

The movie was criticized for its uninventive plot and predictable ending.

Conversation

I just finished reading that new book everyone is talking about.

Oh really? What did you think of it?

Honestly, I found it pretty uninventive and predictable.

Yeah, I heard some people say it lacks originality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uninventive → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "inventive" (from Latin "invenire", meaning to find or discover). The word "uninventive" means not capable of finding or discovering new ideas or solutions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'inventive', which means creative or able to find new ideas. This helps you remember that 'uninventive' describes someone who is not creative.

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