Definition

The quality of being dull, uninteresting, or lacking flavor or excitement.

Example

The vapidity of the conversation made it hard to stay engaged.

Conversation

Did you find that book we read last month interesting?

Not really, it was full of vapidity and didn't capture my attention.

I agree! I expected more depth from the characters.

Same here, it felt like a waste of time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vapidity → It is formed from "vapid" (from Latin "vapidus", meaning flat or insipid) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "vapidity" refers to the state of being insipid or lacking flavor.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'flat' or 'insipid' ('vapid') and remember that 'vapidity' means the quality of being dull or lacking in flavor.

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