gaudy

Definition of gaudy

Adjectives

tastelessly showy
"a gaudy costume"
Synonyms:
brassy, cheap, flash, flashy, garish, gimcrack, loud, meretricious, tacky, tatty, tawdry, trashy
tasteless
lacking aesthetic or social taste
(used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display
Synonyms:
flashy, jazzy, showy, sporty
colorful, colourful
striking in variety and interest

Nouns

(Britain) a celebratory reunion feast or entertainment held a college
Type of:
banquet, feast
a ceremonial dinner party for many people

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