Banal and Formulaic

Banal

Banal adjective - Lacking in qualities that make for spirit and character.

Formulaic and banal are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Formulaic" instead an adjective "Banal".

Nearby Words: bane, banality

Formulaic

Formulaic adjective - Using or marked by the use of something else as a basis or model.

Banal and formulaic are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Banal" instead an adjective "Formulaic".

Nearby Word: formula
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