inane

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Learn the meaning of inane with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

inane

(adjective)

Meaning

lacking sense or meaning

Example

"The inane comments from the audience led to a dull discussion."

Synonyms

sillyfoolishridiculous

Antonyms

sensiblemeaningfulwise

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'inanis', meaning empty or void.
Related word forms
  • adverb: inanely
  • noun: inanity