Definitions

mediocre

[mee-dee-oh-ker] / ˌmi diˈoʊ kər /

ADJECTIVE

average, commonplace

Synonyms

STRONGEST

decent dull inferior middling ordinary second-rate so-so undistinguished uninspired

WEAK

characterless colorless common conventional fair fair to middling fairish humdrum indifferent insignificant intermediate mainstream mean medium mid moderate no great shakes of poor quality passable pedestrian run-of-the-mill standard tolerable unexceptional vanilla

Antonyms

STRONGEST

different excellent exceptional extraordinary first-rate superior

WEAK

unusual

Example Sentences

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Mediocre space requires investment to turn it into attractive space, which is what companies now seek to lure employees back to the office.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 5, 2025

Sam Houston: Mediocre offense and ill-timed mistakes undermined a strong defensive performance for the Bearkats.

From Washington Times • Sep. 3, 2023

Mediocre students are happy to get passing grades for little work.

From Washington Post • Oct. 30, 2022

Mediocre to poor performances have been commonplace for the starting rotation and bullpen.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2022

Mediocre would explain all the years of rejection.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon

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