gadgety

adjective

Definition of gadgetynext
as in practical

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  1. practical
  2. gimmicky
  3. adventurous
  4. useful
  5. original
  6. convenient
  7. visionary
  8. handy
Adjective
  • One practical investment of time, money, or effort can give a larger idea somewhere real to begin.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Advances in electrical power systems, tracking technology, beam control and compact high-energy lasers are making the concept increasingly practical.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of practical
Adjective
  • In 2017, Fertitta bought into the EMM Group, which owned the charmingly gimmicky Meatpacking District seafood restaurant Catch, before restructuring it under his main corporate umbrella in 2021.
    — Clara Molot, Vanity Fair, 24 Sep. 2026
  • There’s always another internet grift for someone looking to save himself fast, and without any gimmicky visual intrusions, the film feels authentically tuned into the aspirational mentality and oppressive reality of contemporary social media.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of gimmicky
Adjective
  • The Sun in your sign trines liberating Uranus in your adventurous 9th house, encouraging you to explore a new subject, destination, belief, or direction.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026
  • For longtime fans of the brand, Ponant is a reliably luxe way to sail expedition-style to adventurous destinations—though as one fellow traveler and repeat guest pointed out to me, several other cruise lines now offer this once-rare combination.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of adventurous
Adjective
  • Libra September 23 – October 22 Someone else’s perspective may reveal something about you that is uncomfortable but useful.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026
  • However, sparse physical controls force heavy reliance on voice commands or the companion app, and the broader conceptual AI features fall short of being genuinely useful.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of useful
Adjective
  • Thus the Marlowe played by Mitchum in the 1978 remake of The Big Sleep seems like an entirely different person from the original played by Bogart in 1946, despite their almost indistinguishable stories.
    — Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Meanwhile, the escalating price of seafood challenged Darden’s original dream—and parent companies’ finances.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of original
Adjective
  • Featuring convenient magnet-close pockets, so your belongings stay secure while remaining easily accessible.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Best Things to Do West Jefferson makes a convenient base for exploring some of the North Carolina High Country’s best fall scenery, with mountain trails, waterfalls, and scenic overlooks all within reach.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of convenient
Adjective
  • It’s not known which artist helped craft her Sunday night aesthetic; however, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has famously collaborated with visionary Lorrie Turk.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • People still love Paid in Full, and that was something that really was a visionary move to have all of these aspects of culture essentially under one umbrella.
    — Alex Gonzalez, VIBE.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of visionary
Adjective
  • The Cinch bag family evolved with the addition of a handy top handle.
    — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Those who received an email notice will need their unique login ID and PIN handy.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of handy
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“Gadgety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gadgety. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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