Prosaic, adj.:
1. Lacking in imagination, creativity, or poetic qualities; plain, ordinary, mundane, or dull.
2. Belonging to or characteristic of prose, the ordinary form of written or spoken language, as opposed to poetry.
3. (Of a person) displaying characteristics or preferences that are ordinary, common, or lacking in aesthetic appeal.
4. (Of a writing style) straightforward, direct, simple, or matter-of-fact, without any embellishments or figurative language.
5. Focused on practical matters or concerns, often to the exclusion of more idealistic or imaginative viewpoints.
6. Tending to emphasize practicality or utility over beauty, imagination, or elegance.
7. Commonplace, unremarkable, or lacking any distinctive or exceptional qualities.
8. Not having the air of excitement, charm, or uniqueness that usually captivates or engages people.
9. Ordinary, daily, or habitual in nature, usually describing routine activities or occurrences.
10. Lacking novelty or novelty, predictable or monotonous.
In summary, "prosaic" refers to something or someone that is ordinary, lacking in imagination or creativity, devoid of elegance or charm, and often emphasizing practicality or routine matters. It can also designate an uneventful or monotonous quality, lacking any distinctive or exceptional traits that captivate or engage others. Additionally, the term relates to the use of plain, straightforward language, typical of prose rather than the more figurative or poetic language encountered in literature.
