gaudy; flashy; showy; fancy
Meanings
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gaudy; flashy; showy
informalOften used with a slightly negative connotation to describe attire or decorations that are overly ornate, tacky, or designed to attract attention in an excessive way.
Her dress is too flashy and not suitable for a formal occasion.
He doesn't like that kind of gaudy packaging design.
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The color of this shirt is very showy, but not ugly.
adjective
fancy; varied; full of tricks or changes
informalUsed to describe techniques, sounds, or things that are not simple or straightforward, but have many variations or embellishments. Can apply to rhythm, advertising, speech, etc.
The drumbeat is played both loudly and with a lot of fancy embellishments.
The advertisements on TV are becoming more and more varied and showy.
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His sleight of hand is very fancy and left the audience amazed.