GIMMICKY Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

gimmicky

adjective

Definition of gimmicky

as in practical

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of gimmicky The Bucket is an example of programmatic architecture, a gimmicky style that thrived in the 20th century and left Southern California with eateries shaped like giant burritos and doughnuts. — Fielding Buck, Daily News, 2 Sep. 2026 As a result, even though the show leans into the gimmicky aspects of the crime genre, stunning reveals and cliffhangers keep viewers drawn in across the episodes. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 31 July 2026 The redesign leans bold, colorful, and slightly whimsical without becoming gimmicky. — Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 11 July 2026 Dropping just about every interesting plot, and basically ignoring most of the characters in favor of a gimmicky Sophia storyline, is also not doing this show any favors. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 There are more brands now selling artisanal pickles in distinctive flavors like honey harissa (or gimmicky ones that beg for virality, like purple grape), and many of them are sold at national grocery chains. — Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 14 June 2026 Having a pair of twins (Jonathan and Brandon Dearden) and a husband-wife duo (Jennifer Lee Jackson and Justin Tootla) was gimmicky, but not inherently bad. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026 This showdown is less gimmicky than a swing-off, Tony wrote. — Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 13 May 2026 However gimmicky or commercial that might seem, bread has surfaced in fashion and art in other unexpected ways through the years. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 12 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimmicky

Adjective

Optical fiber, however, provides a practical path for moving information across long distances.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
Two years later, in June 1865, Lizzie’s father Andrew — a wealthy but practical Fall River businessman — remarried Abby Durfee Gray.

— Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of practical

Adjective

A student there named John-Michael Tebelak wrote the book for the show as his master’s thesis, with original songs provided by his friends.

— Victor Garber, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
My favorite for proximity and—ambiance—is Williamsburg, which is the original location.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of original

Adjective

Many lower-income families simply don’t have electronic payment options, especially in Umm al-Fahm, according to Mayor Samir Mahamed, making cash the most convenient form of payment.

— Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
They've been proven to be safe, and the current regimen has been timed to be most convenient to the parent.

— CBS News, CBS News, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of convenient

Adjective

But for the adventurous eater hoping to challenge their palette, don't worry, there's plenty on the menu for you too.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026
Herzog’s adventurous spirit has led him to explore the furthest reaches of the globe, but also inward to map the strangest recesses of the heart.

— Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of adventurous

Adjective

With innovative filmmaking, remarkable performances, and an ensemble of characters who moved us, the film achieves something extraordinary.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2026
As for potential restrictive and unbalanced federal and local regulations and oversight bodies that could crush innovative and fast-growing startups, the leading companies are calling for restraint.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of innovative

Adjective

Nobel Laureate for chemistry, Max Perutz, pointed out that natural icebergs were neither big enough nor stable enough to do the job safely, leaving Pyke to consider novel ways to turn water into a novel building material.

— Mike McRae September 16, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026
But the Current development team offered a novel approach for their financing plan.

— Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of novel

Adjective

An ingenious means of admitting natural light has been contrived so that, during the daytime, parts of these wonderfully austere and stony subterranean cellars, which ought to be very dark indeed, remain softly radiant.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Sep. 2026
South Africa, with their feisty but ingenious coach Rassie Erasmus, in charge since 2018, have continued their dynasty through set-piece power and zealous defensive pressure.

— Daniel Gallan, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of ingenious

Browse Nearby Words

gimmicks

gimmicky

gimp

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Gimmicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gimmicky. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of gimmicky

adjective

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

nemesis

Popular in Grammar & Usage

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

More Commonly Mispronounced Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Popular in Wordplay

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Back to School Vocabulary

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

Why do we say 'fly off the handle'?

Popular

Do You Need a New Language Peeve?

The Longest Long Words List

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes