as in neutral
lacking in distinctive features or qualities
the novelist has repeatedly used bland, noncommittal words that lack emotional resonance
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of noncommittal
Matt McNeill Love and George Rawlings, old friends, co-founded Thursday in London in 2021, starting with a singles’ matching app that worked only on Thursdays—noncommittal Londoners’ night of choice for first dates.
—
Kassondra Cloos, Outside Online, 12 Feb. 2025
Glenn was noncommittal about Rodgers ‘ status during his introductory press conference on Jan. 27.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2025
Ford, with the poultry federation, was noncommittal when he was asked whether his group would be in favor of a buyout of farmers who are growing birds in floodplains.
—Gavin Off, Charlotte Observer, 26 Jan. 2025
He's seemingly made efforts to soften some of his anti-vaccine views that have sparked concerns among public health experts, but some Republicans remain publicly noncommittal about his nomination.
—Avery Lotz, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for noncommittal
Kassondra Cloos, Outside Online, 12 Feb. 2025
Glenn was noncommittal about Rodgers ‘ status during his introductory press conference on Jan. 27.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2025
Ford, with the poultry federation, was noncommittal when he was asked whether his group would be in favor of a buyout of farmers who are growing birds in floodplains.
—Gavin Off, Charlotte Observer, 26 Jan. 2025
He's seemingly made efforts to soften some of his anti-vaccine views that have sparked concerns among public health experts, but some Republicans remain publicly noncommittal about his nomination.
—Avery Lotz, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for noncommittal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noncommittal
Adjective
-
Season 14 Erika is lighter, focusing on her personal growth and independence, and serving as a (mostly) neutral mediator between the warring forces of Kyle Richards and Dorit Kemsley.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
-
Best nude kitten heels Elegant, neutral nude heels go with pretty much every ensemble, from casual brunch ’fits to full-on gowns.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
The whole thing also looks pretty—budget and midrange phones tend to be super boring, but the Pixel 8A has a smart design with a matte rear texture.—
Julian Chokkattu,
WIRED,
28 Feb. 2025
-
Buck is a loquacious, glad-handing oaf who has a boring way with a witty story, and is marked for death.—
Fred Schruers,
IndieWire,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
-
The headquarters of Abbott’s political operation is on the third floor of a nondescript building a few blocks from the capitol, in Austin.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
-
Goodyear Walking into the nondescript building in the shadow of the headquarters is a glimpse into the future Stewart wants for the company.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
And yet all of this effort is carried across in an on-camera attitude that resembles Meghan’s on-camera wardrobe: Well-tailored and beige.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2025
-
The actor and all-around-visible person wore a completely see-through, barely beige Dilara Findikoglu dress.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
Follow the money: The stock market, for one, is tiring of such shenanigans.—
Felix Salmon,
Axios,
7 Mar. 2025
-
In Aurora, voters seem to be tiring of two-term incumbent Republican Richard Irvin, who was the top vote getter but got just 38%.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Noncommittal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noncommittal. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share