meh

Definition

Mediocre; lackluster; unexceptional; uninspiring.

Etymology

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.

Example Sentences

• "They redeemed themselves with this show. The first song or two was meh, but they were on fire after that."
• "The voice is excellent as always, but the overall effect was meh until the end, where he became a little bit awesome."
• "Nothing that was supposed to be big and exciting came off as such and the rest was meh at best."