uninventive (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌʌnɪnˈvɛntɪv/
Definition
Lacking in creativity or originality, unable to think of new or innovative ideas.
Examples
The movie's plot was uninventive and predictable, following the same tired formula as many other films in the genre.
The company's uninventive approach to marketing led to a decline in sales and revenue.
The artist's uninventive use of color and composition resulted in a painting that was dull and uninteresting.
How to Use uninventive
- uninventive solution (noun phrase)
- a solution that lacks creativity or originality — "The company's uninventive solution to the problem was to simply increase production costs."
- uninventive approach (noun phrase)
- an approach that lacks creativity or originality — "The team's uninventive approach to marketing led to a decline in sales and revenue."
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