lacklustre

[ˈlæklʌstə(r)]
adjective
sem brilho
1. lacking brightness, shine, or luminosity; dull in appearance
The old painting had a lacklustre finish after years of neglect.
A pintura antiga tinha um acabamento sem brilho após anos de negligência.
2. lacking liveliness, energy, enthusiasm, or interest; uninspiring or mediocre
The team gave a lacklustre performance in the second half of the match.
O time teve um desempenho desanimado na segunda metade da partida.
3. dull or uninteresting in character or quality
The movie received lacklustre reviews from critics.
O filme recebeu críticas desanimadoras dos críticos.
This word is more commonly used in British English (British spelling: 'lacklustre') and in formal or journalistic contexts. In American English, 'lackluster' (one 't') is the standard spelling. In Brazil, the word is typically used in more formal or professional settings when describing performances, products, or results that fail to meet expectations. The term is frequently employed in sports commentary, film criticism, and business analysis.
NYC Slang
lame; weak; boring; dead
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dulllifelessuninspiredmediocreflatblandtediousdreary
Antonyms / Antônimos
brilliantlustrousvibrantlivelyinspiredradiantsparkling

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sem brilho; desanimado; monótono
Most common translation; used in both formal and informal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
sem graça; chato
More colloquial usage, emphasizing dullness and lack of appeal
São Paulo
fraco; insosso
Used to describe poor quality or lack of interest
Portugal
sem lustre; apagado; monótono
British spelling 'lacklustre' is preferred; similar meaning to Brazilian usage

Related Words

lustrebrightnessshineenergyenthusiasmpallidinsipid

Related Idioms & Phrases

a lacklustre effort
lacklustre performance
lacklustre response
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