Ordinary, boring, or lacking originality; so common that it is not interesting.

Examples:

• The movie had a banal storyline that everyone had seen before.
• His speech was filled with banal comments and clichés.
• She was tired of hearing the same banal excuses every day. 

A group of people who play music together; also, a strip or ring used to hold or join things.

Examples:

• The school band performed at the annual function.
• He wears a rubber band around his wrist.
• The rock band became popular among young people.

The legal condition of a person or business that cannot pay its debts.

Examples

• The company declared bankruptcy after suffering huge financial losses.
• The businessman was forced to file for bankruptcy.
• Bankruptcy left the company unable to pay its creditors. 

The lowest floor of a building, usually partly or completely below ground level.

Examples

• We store old furniture in the basement.
• The children were playing in the basement.
• The basement was dark and damp.