Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

blank-slate

noun

/blæŋk sleɪt/

Definition

A condition or state in which something is completely free of prior content or influence.

Examples

When she moved to a new city, she felt like a blank slate, ready to start fresh.
The project’s blank slate approach allowed the team to innovate without restraints.
After the unsuccessful campaign, the company viewed their brand as a blank slate for new strategies.

Meaning

Often refers to a person, situation, or entity that does not have any preconceived notions or past experiences informing them, like a clean canvas ready to be filled with new ideas or experiences.