Definition

Having a dull or uninteresting quality; lacking in originality or creativity.

Example

The movie was so stockish that I could predict every twist in the plot.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I watched that new comedy show last night, and it felt a bit stockish to me.

Really? I thought it had some funny moments.

Yeah, but the characters seemed kind of dull and stockish overall.

I get what you mean; they really could have added more depth to them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'stockish' is derived from 'stock' (from Old English *stoc*, meaning a place or a farm) and the suffix '-ish' (meaning having the quality of). Therefore, 'stockish' refers to having the qualities or characteristics of a stock or farm.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stock' as a place or farm, and remember that 'stockish' means having the qualities of that place.

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