The Only Use of
jejune
in
Ulysses, by James Joyce
- The jejune jesuit!†
Chpt 1
Definition:
boring, simplistic, or childish
The exact meaning of jejune depends upon its context. Each indicates that something desired is lacking. For example:
- jejune ideas -- lacking interest or significance
- jejune response -- lacking maturity or sophistication
- jejune diet -- lacking nutritional value