Jejune

usgb/dʒɪˈdʒuːn/
adjective

Not interesting, too simple or empty of ideas.

His speech was boring and rather jejune.
Visual representation of "jejune" - Not interesting, too simple or empty of ideas

Often appears as...

  • jejune argument
  • jejune conversation

Usage tips

Formal, Disapproving

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Overly Simple

Use 'jejune' to imply something is too basic or lacks depth, often in intellectual contexts.

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The plot of that movie was disappointingly jejune.
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Negatively Boring

'Jejune' often carries a negative connotation, suggesting dullness and unoriginality.

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The lecture was jejune— I learned nothing new.
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Avoid Overuse

Don't overuse 'jejune'; it could make your own language seem unvaried.

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Using 'jejune' repeatedly made his critique seem jejune itself.
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