humdrum
UK/ˈhʌmdrʌm/US/'hʌmdrʌm/
IELTSGREC2
Definitions
adj.
Lacking variety or excitement; dull and monotonous.
单调乏味的；平淡无奇的
n.
The quality or state of being dull and lacking variety.
单调；乏味
Root Breakdown
Native Englishhumdrumother
=humdrum
Common Collocations
- 1.humdrum life单调的生活
- 2.humdrum routine单调乏味的日常
- 3.humdrum existence平凡的存在
Example Sentences
- 1.
His humdrum job at the factory left him feeling uninspired and bored.
- 2.
Every day followed the same humdrum schedule with no surprises.