Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: Showy means flashy or ostentatious, intended to attract attention or admiration.
Pronunciations: US: /ˈʃoʊ.i/; UK: /ˈʃəʊ.i/
Origin and Usage: The word showy originated in the mid-16th century from the verb show, which means to display or exhibit. The word showy is used to describe something that is flashy or ostentatious, often intended to attract attention or admiration. It is commonly used to describe clothing, jewelry, or other accessories that are designed to be eye-catching.
Synonyms: flashy, gaudy, flamboyant, garish, loud, ostentatious, pretentious, splashy, swanky, tawdry, ornate
Related Words: flashy, gaudy, glitz, glint, bling
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