Undistinguished

adj

adj ·4 syllables ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Not distinguished: not marked by conspicuous qualities.

    "While most are familiar with the history of the Third Reich from 1933 onward, this essay offers insight into the undistinguished, prefamous Hitler."

  2. 2
    Not distinguished: not having an air of distinction.
Adjective
  1. 1
    not special in any way; lacking distinction wordnet

Synonyms

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alikeaveragecommoncommonplaceeverydayhomely

Example

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"A splendid marble monument records her name, titles, and virtues, while her victims remain undistinguished by tomb or epitaph."

Etymology

From un- + distinguished.

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