inane

[ih-neyn]

inane Definition

lacking sense or meaning; silly.

Using inane: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inane" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The conversation was inane and boring.

  • Example

    I can't stand his inane jokes.

  • Example

    The movie was full of inane dialogue.

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    She asked an inane question.

inane Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with inane

  • a smile that is empty or meaningless, often used to hide one's true feelings

    Example

    He gave her an inane smile, hoping she wouldn't notice how nervous he was.

  • meaningless or pointless conversation

    Example

    The room was filled with inane chatter, making it difficult to concentrate.

  • senseless or foolish actions

    Example

    His inane behavior at the party embarrassed his friends.

Origins of inane

from Latin 'inanis', meaning 'empty'

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Summary: inane in Brief

'Inane' [ih-neyn] is an adjective that describes something that lacks sense or meaning, often being silly or foolish. It can be used to describe conversations, jokes, dialogue, or questions that are pointless or absurd. Examples include 'The conversation was inane and boring.' and 'She asked an inane question.' 'Inane' extends into phrases like 'inane smile,' 'inane chatter,' and 'inane behavior,' denoting empty or meaningless expressions or actions.