meh.
Mediocre; lackluster; unexceptional; uninspiring.
Meaning & usage
Mediocre; lackluster; unexceptional; uninspiring.
Apathetic; unenthusiastic.
Where this word comes from
Popularized by the American television show The Simpsons; first used on the show in the episode titled "Sideshow Bob Roberts" (1994). Possibly ultimately from Yiddish מע (me, “so-so”). First attested in 1928, with usage as an interjection dated to 1992.
Expressing indifference or lack of enthusiasm.
“What do you want for dinner?” — “Meh. I’m not really hungry.”
“That film was awesome!” — “Meh. I’ve seen better.”
Where this word comes from
Popularized by the American television show The Simpsons; first used on the show in the episode titled "Sideshow Bob Roberts" (1994). Possibly ultimately from Yiddish מע (me, “so-so”). First attested in 1928, with usage as an interjection dated to 1992.
A judgement marked by indifference; lack of impression.
Where this word comes from
Popularized by the American television show The Simpsons; first used on the show in the episode titled "Sideshow Bob Roberts" (1994). Possibly ultimately from Yiddish מע (me, “so-so”). First attested in 1928, with usage as an interjection dated to 1992.
Final question particle expressing skepticism.
Really meh?
This one your one meh?
Where this word comes from
From Cantonese 咩 (me¹, final particle used to make doubtful yes–no questions).
A bleating sound, as that of a sheep or goat.
Where this word comes from
Onomatopoeic.
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