as in boring
lacking in distinctive features or qualities
travelers settling for nondescript motel rooms that could be located anywhere
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Recent Examples of nondescript
Tucked away in a nondescript complex in Santa Monica, California, is a one garage-doored building surrounded by palm trees.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
After getting expelled from a nondescript American high school, Yumeko eagerly transfers to St. Dominic’s mid-semester.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 May 2025
Working from a nondescript building in a location we were told not to disclose, Kir and his colleagues were looking out for Russian attacks.
—Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
But don’t let the nondescript exterior, which could double as any other high-end office building in Penn Quarter, fool you.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 20 May 2025
After getting expelled from a nondescript American high school, Yumeko eagerly transfers to St. Dominic’s mid-semester.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 May 2025
Working from a nondescript building in a location we were told not to disclose, Kir and his colleagues were looking out for Russian attacks.
—Andrew Carey, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
But don’t let the nondescript exterior, which could double as any other high-end office building in Penn Quarter, fool you.
—William Goodman, Robb Report, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nondescript
Adjective
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Some people assume that longtime married couples are boring, but my husband has never bored me.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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Spectators perceive tennis outfits as plain, boring, rigid or limited to a specific silhouette.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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The quiet yet luxurious hue spans room sizes and design styles, yet is subtle enough to serve as a neutral while adding a hint of color.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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With Messi and his mates, Miami has sold out huge NFL stadiums and other neutral venues.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Sparks embraced the dainty strappy heels trend, which is taking over as spring transitions into summer, donning a pair of beige sandals with a simple, slender strap at the toe and ankle.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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The line was a nod to the singer’s middle name and featured an array of T-shirts, sweatshirts and shorts, along with a collection of beige corduroy pieces, emblazoned with the Drew logo and a smiley face.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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But while the flood of content grows, one clear trend emerges: People trust people more than faceless organizations.—
Luca Brinkhues,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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These faceless immigrants President Donald Trump and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem have painted as threats provide labor to companies, from small businesses to large corporations like Disney.—
Miami Herald Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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Roseman was noncommittal when asked about what position Campbell will play.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Subsequently, the activities association took a more noncommittal stance.—
Ann Schimke,
Denver Post,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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There are a few family members who only wear olive, mustard, khaki, black and other dull colors; clunky, unattractive shoes; and few accessories.—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.5 is no exception, which shines with its abilities to reduce the look of fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and overall dull skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
12 June 2025
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“Nondescript.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nondescript. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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