Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gimcrackery
noun
/ˈɡɪm.kræk.əri/
Definition
Gimcrackery refers to objects that are cheap, showy, or of little value; often decorative or superficial things.
Examples
- His office was cluttered with all sorts of gimcrackery that served no real purpose.
- The market was filled with gimcrackery that attracted tourists but disappointed them.
Meaning
The term is used to describe things that are flashy but not substantial or useful, emphasizing a lack of real importance or quality.
Synonyms
- trinkets
- gimmicks
- novelties
- baubles
