Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

showily

adverb
/ˈʃoʊ.ɪ.li/
Definition
in a way that is intended to attract attention or impress others; ostentatiously.
Examples
  • She dressed showily for the gala, ensuring all eyes were on her.
  • The politician spoke showily, using grand gestures to emphasize his points.
  • He lived showily, with a flashy car and a large house.
Meaning
Showily describes an action done in a manner that is flamboyant or extravagant, often to display wealth or status.
Synonyms
  • ostentatiously
  • flamboyantly
  • extravagantly
  • garishly