Episode: Insipid
Art for ‘rave’ reviews. “And I still have blinded eyes from her previous dozen works…this piece isn’t entirely insipid.”
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Art for 'rave' reviews. ”And I still have blinded eyes from her previous dozen works…this piece isn't entirely insipid.”
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The Snobby Artist, Drinks On Me [script for "Insipid"]
Museum Loudspeaker: The museum closes in 15 minutes.
Jay: Here, put this in your pocket. Mine are already full.
Elle: I can’t steal from my own gift shop. You’re the museum director. Why are you stealing?
Jay: I’ve been collecting these model dinosaurs now for 12 years. Every few months, they come out with a new one.
Elle: They’re only 25 dollars.
Jay: Yes, that’s about 20 more than they’re worth.
Elle: Why can’t you take it?
Jay: Like I said, my pockets are full. I can’t get enough of these cafeteria dinner rolls. I take three or four every night.
Elle: I guess it’s hard to escape your atavistic ways if you’re constantly telling stories about your primitive ancestors.
Here are some fun facts about the word insipid:
1. Latin Roots: “Insipid” comes from the Latin word “insipidus”, which is a combination of “in-” (meaning “not”) and “sapidus” (meaning “tasty” or “savory”). So, literally, “insipid” means “not tasty”!
2. Culinary Origins: While today the word can describe anything that is dull or uninteresting, its original usage was primarily related to food and drink, specifically to things that lack flavor.
3. First Recorded Use: The word “insipid” made its first appearance in English around the early 17th century, and it has been used both literally (for tasteless food) and figuratively (for boring things) since then.
4. Related Words: “Insipid” shares a root with “sapient”, meaning wise or discerning, and “savor”, both of which derive from the Latin “sapere”, meaning “to taste” or “to have discernment.”
5. Synonyms Across Contexts: In cooking, “insipid” can be swapped with “bland” or “tasteless.” But in describing ideas or experiences, synonyms might be “dull,” “boring,” or “lifeless.”
6. Used in Critiques: It’s a favorite word among critics! Whether it’s a movie review, a book critique, or even commentary on a speech, “insipid” is often used to describe something that fails to engage or excite.
7. Opposite Vibes: The opposite of “insipid” could be something like “zesty,” “flavorful,” or “vivid,” depending on whether you’re talking about food or experiences.
It’s a great word to spice up your vocabulary—ironically, of course!
