mediocrity

/mɛdɪˈɒkrɪtɪ/; /mɪˈdɒkrɪtɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being mediocre; an instance or example of mediocre quality or achievement.

“The company’s lack of innovation was a perfect example of mediocrity in a competitive market.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is mediocre.

“The artist’s mediocrity in painting was evident in his uninspired style.”

3. noun

The state of being in the middle of two extremes, especially in terms of quality or achievement.

“The restaurant’s food was mediocre, not bad but not great either.”

4. adjective

Of average or ordinary quality; not exceptional.

“The mediocrity of the movie’s plot made it unimpressive.”

Synonyms

  • average
  • ordinariness
  • ordinariness

Antonyms

  • excellence
  • superiority