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