1. the writing or production of inferior or mediocre work done primarily to earn money rather than for artistic merit
Usage: informal; often used critically

1. of or relating to work produced primarily for profit rather than quality or artistic value
Usage: informal; often used critically

Examples

• She dismissed his latest novel as mere potboiling, lacking the depth of his earlier work.
• The author resorted to potboiling to pay her bills while working on her serious literary project.
• His potboiling detective stories were popular with readers but earned him little critical respect.
• The studio produced several potboiling sequels to capitalize on the original film's success.
• Despite the potboiling nature of the work, she approached each project with professionalism.
• Critics accused the filmmaker of potboiling rather than pursuing meaningful artistic expression.