What does "cookie-cutterish" mean?

Having a similar appearance or seeming identical; created by some standard or common means; often with the implication that the result is boring, overly simple, or not applicable to all needs.

What is a synonym for "cookie-cutterish"?

Common synonyms include: cookie-cutter.

Cookie-cutterish

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Adjective

1
Having a similar appearance or seeming identical; created by some standard or common means; often with the implication that the result is boring, overly simple, or not applicable to all needs. derogatory, figuratively, often
""We tried to make something that wasn't cookie-cutterish," said Maureen Moore, creative director. "The idea is the same in each, but the situation is different. The spots are fresh and reward the viewer.""

Synonyms

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cookie-cutter

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""We tried to make something that wasn't cookie-cutterish," said Maureen Moore, creative director. "The idea is the same in each, but the situation is different. The spots are fresh and reward the viewer.""

Etymology

From cookie-cutter + -ish.

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