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derivative
adjective
Reveal meaning and examples
Based heavily on another work or source and lacking originality.
The film was polished but derivative.
Her early sketches seemed derivative until she developed a distinctive style.
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adjective
Based heavily on another work or source and lacking originality.
The film was polished but derivative.
Her early sketches seemed derivative until she developed a distinctive style.