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banal

/bəˈnæl/

adjective
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🇬🇧 UK

/bəˈnæl/

🇺🇸 US

/bəˈnæl/

Meaning

  1. Meaning 1 · adjective

    Common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing new or fresh.

  2. Meaning 2 · adjective

    (history) Relating to a type of feudal jurisdiction or service.

How this word is used

  • Everyday “In everyday speech, people use “banal” when they mean: common in a boring way, to the point of being predictable; containing nothing ne.”
  • Academic “Scholars may discuss “banal” carefully in formal writing.”
  • Business “Teams often rely on clear use of “banal” in professional communication.”

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