Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tawdry
Adjective
/ˈtɔːdri/
Definition
Tawdry refers to something that is showy but cheap and of poor quality.
Examples
- She wore a tawdry necklace that seemed to be made of plastic jewels.
- The decorations for the party were a bit tawdry and did not match the elegant theme.
- His tawdry remarks tainted the otherwise enjoyable conversation.
Meaning
It often describes items or appearances that are gaudy or flashy in a way that lacks elegance or taste.
Synonyms
- Cheap
- Gaudy
- Tacky
- Flashy
- Showy
