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bland

bland [ bland ] (comparative bland·er, superlative bland·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. insipid: lacking flavor, character, or interest
a bland diet

2. free of stress: free from anything annoying or upsetting

3. unemotional: without emotion

[Mid-17th century. < Latin blandus "smooth, flattering"]

bland·ly [ blándlee ] adverb
bland·ness noun
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