adjective
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gaudy, flashy, or ostentatious
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making a brilliant or imposing display
Related Words
Other Word Forms
- showily adverb
- showiness noun
- unshowy adjective
Etymology
Origin of showy
Example Sentences
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It’s been a while since the University of Chicago has had a showy run like the one now happening in men’s basketball.
But it’s been a while since the Maroons from the South Side have had a showy run like the one now happening in men’s basketball.
They succeeded — this musical is an underrated gem — but its Luna’s less showy performance that truly winds up stealing your heart.
From Los Angeles Times
"He was not showy and maybe that was to the detriment of his legacy but I hope people will start to recognise him a little more than maybe he has been so far."
From BBC
Recently, Baird decided to add a few drinks that were “more fun and a little bit showy” to the menu.
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