gimmicky

adjective

Definition of gimmickynext
as in practical

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimmicky
  1. practical
  2. useful
  3. original
  4. convenient
  5. adventurous
  6. novel
  7. innovative
  8. ingenious
Adjective
  • Build a practical roadmap for the next 6-12 months based on user feedback.
    Andrey Sergeenkov, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Banana Republic Factory Silky Column Midi Dress Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted wearing a pink satin dress with practical long sleeves.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of practical
Adjective
  • Crown corporations can be very useful, but many are hard to justify in a time of rapidly increasing costs and taxes.
    Wal van Lierop, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Capsules are a convenient supplement option, while liquid is useful when cooking.
    Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of useful
Adjective
  • Top Stories: Only five people know the original Modjeska recipe, and anyone who makes the candy at Muth's Candies in Louisville must learn it by heart.
    Ray Padilla, The Courier-Journal, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The Pro keeps the same strong tactile switches and gasket mounting system of the original BlackWidow V4 75% and adds wireless connectivity, a new dial on the side, and a customizable OLED screen right next to it.
    Henri Robbins, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of original
Adjective
  • Adding protein whey powder is a convenient way to accomplish this.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 6 Dec. 2024
  • One way to stretch this out is to ‘perch and stare,’ find a convenient vantage point for the drone to land on so the operator can continue to observe the target area without needing to expend battery power.
    David Hambling, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of convenient
Adjective
  • Ziplining brings out the adventurous spirit in those who enjoy viewing the landscape from a high altitude perspective.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • The adventurous New York art-rock crew reunites for its first gigs since 2019.
    Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of adventurous
Adjective
  • The judge's remedy is novel, and could become a blueprint for other courts.
    Dan Primack, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
  • And in fact, two significant pivotal trials are usually already required for a novel pharmaceutical to be approved by FDA.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of novel
Adjective
  • After decades of developing capital markets to make the most of investor opportunities, today the bank is an innovative player in the financial services industry, addressing global trends and challenges with a progressive approach.
    Judith Magyar, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Serving Bowl $160 $64 SSENSE Furniture Cyber Monday Deals Covetable clothes and smaller decor pieces make up the bulk of SSENSE's stock, but the site also sells a few larger furniture pieces from innovative brands like Muuto and Ann Demeulemeester, alongside classics like Herman Miller and Vitra.
    Leah Muncy, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of innovative
Adjective
  • Give your favorite home cook a break from fragrant garlic fingers with this ingenious gadget from Oxo.
    Carly Monardo, Bon Appétit, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Buy Now 18 of 29 'James' by Percival Everett This ingenious riff on Huckleberry Finn as told by Jim, follows the enslaved man who rafts with Huck down the Mississippi, from the author behind American Fiction.
    Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of ingenious
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