Boring Definition

boring
adjective
  1. so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness; "a boring evening with uninteresting people"; "the deadening effect of some routine tasks"; "a dull play"; "his competent but dull performance"; "a ho-hum speaker who couldn't capture their attention"; "what an irksome task the writing of long letters is"- Edmund Burke; "tedious days on the train"; "the tiresome chirping of a cricket"- Mark Twain; "other people's dreams are dreadfully wearisome"
noun
  1. the act of drilling
  2. the act of drilling a hole in the earth in the hope of producing petroleum

"Boring" in song lyrics

See how boring is used in real songs:

  • "I wish my life was not so boring"
    Lily Allen — Cheryl Tweedy *
  • "Playing by the rules, yo, it's just so boring"
    Big B f/ Bronek, Mellow Man Ace — Hooligan
  • "Sugar and chaos, everyone else is boring"
    Buck 65 f/ Claire Berest — Drawing Curtains

Usage tips for "boring"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "boring" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for boring to find words that pair well.

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