humdrum

== English == === Etymology === Possible reduplication of hum, 1550s. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈhʌmdɹʌm/ === Adjective === humdrum (comparative more humdrum, superlative most humdrum) Lacking variety or excitement; dull; boring. Synonyms: see Thesaurus:boring ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Noun === humdrum (countable and uncountable, plural humdrums) (uncountable) The quality of lacking variety or excitement. Synonyms: dullness, monotony (countable, dated) A stupid fellow. ==== Translations ====