transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈbland ]
adjective
Etymology: Latin blandus
Date: 1565
1.
a. : smooth and soothing in manner or quality
a bland smile
b. : exhibiting no personal concern or embarrassment : unperturbed
a bland confession of guilt
2.
a. : not irritating, stimulating, or invigorating : soothing
b. : dull , insipid
bland stories with little plot or action
Synonyms: see suave
• bland·ly ˈblan(d)-lē adverb
• bland·ness ˈblan(d)-nəs noun