What does INANE mean?

inane

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Lacking sense or meaning; silly, foolish

Pronunciation (US): ih-neyn

Pronunciation (UK): ih-neyn

Origin and Usage: The word "inane" comes from the Latin word "inanis" meaning "empty" or "void." It was first used in English in the 17th century to describe something empty or lacking substance. Over time, it came to mean something foolish or senseless.

Synonyms: Silly, foolish, pointless, absurd, ridiculous, nonsensical

Related Words: Anent, anion, ennui, entia, inapt, incus, index, indol, indow, indri, inion, inked, inkle, inned, inner, input, inrun, inure, inurn, invar, ionic, irone, kines, kinks, kinin, kinos, kline, knits, koans, kolas, krait, kudos

Example Sentences:

1. The idea was so inane that no one took it seriously.
2. The movie was filled with inane dialogue that made the audience groan.
3. He spent the afternoon making inane jokes to try to impress her.