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Gaudy

Verb / ˈgɔ:di: / Another word for gaudy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

excessively bright and showy, typically so as to be tasteless

Synonyms & similar words

flashy tacky tatty flash gimcrack meretricious loud tawdry brassy jazzy garish trashy cheap showy sporty flashy garish loud brassy tacky showy vulgar ostentatious ornate flamboyant glitzy kitschy tasteless jazzy over-the-top gauche overdone flash tinsel shiny

Example sentences

  1. The gaudy outfit she wore at the party was hard to miss.
  2. The gaudy colors of the flowers in the garden caught the attention of passersby.
  3. The gaudy jewelry she wore clashed with her dress.
  4. The gaudy neon lights of the casino were visible from miles away.
  5. The gaudy wallpaper in the hotel room made her feel dizzy.

Quotes

  • I don't like gaudy colors and loud music.
  • I prefer simplicity over gaudiness.
  • Gaudy and tasteless are not the same thing.

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