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Meaning of mediocrity
The state of being mediocre, or of moderate or low quality
Etymology of mediocrity
The word "mediocrity" originated from the Latin "mediocris," meaning "of middle quality" or "moderate," which is a combination of "medius," meaning "middle," and "ocris," a comparative form of "acer," meaning "sharp" or "keen"
The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is average or lacking in exceptional qualities
Synonyms
averageness
ordinariness
unremarkability
inadequacy
insufficientness
inferiority
poorness
weakness
lackluster
unimpressiveness
dullness
blandness
uninspiredness
unoriginality
triteness
banality
commonplace
mundanity
monotony
tediousness
dreariness
lackiness
unexceptionality
undistinctiveness
unnoteworthiness
forgettability
inconsequentiality
insignificancy
Definitions
- The quality of being average or ordinary, lacking exceptional qualities or characteristics
- * A person or thing of moderate or low quality, ability, or achievement
Usage Examples
- The company's latest product release was criticized for its mediocrity and lack of innovation
- * The athlete's performance was marked by mediocrity, failing to impress the judges or spectators
- * The restaurant's food was a perfect example of mediocrity, neither exceptionally good nor exceptionally bad
Antonyms
excellence
superiority
exceptionalness
outstandingness
brilliance
distinction
prominence
preeminence
supremacy
greatness
magnificence
fineness
marvelousness
wonderfulness
impressiveness
remarkableability
extraordinariness
sensationalness
spectacularness
resplendence