bland
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: blander · blandest · blands · blanding
Sense 1
Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.
Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Lacking in taste or flavor.
Adjective
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To mix; blend; mingle.
VerbRegister: UK
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
To connect; associate.
VerbRegister: UK
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bland” mean?
Having a soothing effect; not irritating or stimulating.
Is “bland” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.