mediocrity

//ˌmiːdiˈɒkrɪti//
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Noun

mediocritySingular
mediocritiesPlural
1

The quality or state of being mediocre; the condition of being average or ordinary, lacking distinction or excellence.

She refused to accept mediocrity and always strived for excellence.

2

A person of average or undistinguished abilities or achievements.

He was dismissed as a mediocrity by his more talented colleagues.