Literary Critique Vocabulary

noun the quality of being unoriginal or lacking in originality

adjective banal

• The banality of the speech made it difficult for the audience to stay engaged.
• I can't stand the banality of reality TV shows.
• I'm so over the banality of social media drama.
• She tried to inject some excitement into the banality of daily life.

noun a person who has failed to achieve a particular position or status

adjective unfulfilled or frustrated in realizing an ambition or talent

• Her manque of experience in the field was evident in her presentation.
• His manque of social skills made it difficult for him to make new friends.
• I can't believe his manque of style, he really needs a fashion upgrade.
• The manque of laughter in the room made the atmosphere feel tense and uncomfortable.