with little colour, excitement or interest; without anything to attract attention 平淡的；乏味的 bland background music 毫无情调的背景音乐
Extra ExamplesHe was criticized for his bland image. 他因形象呆板而受到批评。 The old town hall was replaced with a bland, glass-and-steel office building. 原先的市政厅被一座单调的玻璃与钢架结构的办公大楼所取代。
not having a strong or interesting taste 清淡的；无滋味的 a rather bland diet of soup, fish and bread 汤、鱼和面包的清淡饮食 This sauce is rather bland. 这种调味汁相当淡。
showing no strong emotions or excitement; not saying anything very interesting 沉稳的；无动于衷的；讲话枯燥的 Extra ExamplesHe stared back at her with a bland expression. 他表情淡然地回视着她。 The state-run television interrupted its usual bland fare for spicy, live interviews. 国营电视台中断了通常平淡乏味的节目，转而进行辛辣的现场采访。
Word Originlate Middle English (in the sense ‘gentle in manner’): from Latin blandus ‘soft, smooth’.