Gimmicky

//ˈɡɪmɪki// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Resembling, or characteristic of a gimmick.
  2. 2
    Containing gimmicks.

    "What isn't so gimmicky is the Aggro System, where you draw fire onto yourself by acting aggressive, while your partner sneaks off blindsiding distracted enemies. Aggro depends on how big your current weapon is and how often you act aggressive."

Example

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"I don't want to go to some gimmicky restaurant where the staff are the appeal; I want to go get some actual good food."

Etymology

From gimmick + -y.

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