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Definition
Mediocre, incompetent, or undistinguished.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of dissatisfaction or criticism regarding someone's lack of purpose or professional achievement. It is often used to describe a life spent in routine without making any meaningful impact or progress. Unlike simple words for ordinary, this term implies a negative judgment about a person's lack of drive.
Examples
He has lived a mediocre life and lacks ambition.
Related words
Common phrases
mediocre and incompetent
a lifetime of mediocrity
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply average or humble, as it carries a derogatory tone suggesting incompetence or wasted potential. It is not a neutral way to say someone is just an ordinary person.
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