Synonyms for
Flashy
Definition
Something that is showy, gaudy, or attention-grabbing.
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Common collocations
- flashy car
- flashy clothes
- flashy lifestyle
- flashy display
- flashy jewelry
- flashy advertisement
- flashy performance
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Usage note
Often carries a negative connotation, implying excessive and tasteless display. While 'flashy' can sometimes be neutral or even positive in certain contexts (like a flashy design), it more commonly suggests a lack of subtlety or sophistication.
Example sentences
- The flashy car caught everyone's attention as it zoomed by.
- She wore a flashy necklace with bright colored beads.
- The magician's flashy tricks amazed the audience.
- The football player's flashy moves on the field earned him the nickname 'Flash'.
- The restaurant had a flashy neon sign in the window.
Quotes
'The world is full of flashy people. Don't be one of them,' said Grandma.
Sometimes, the most flashy things are the least important,' said the wise old owl.
'It's not about being flashy, it's about being confident in who you are,' said the role model.