as in flamboyance
excessive or unnecessary display
his penchant for flashiness, as evidenced by his expensive, specially tailored suits
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as in stylish
attractively eye-catching in style
I bought a flashy new car as soon as I got my first paycheck
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as in loud
excessively showy
wore flashy rings on almost all the fingers of his left hand
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Recent Examples of flashiness
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Neither gravitates toward the flashier aspects of the virtuoso life style.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
Those chasing flashy marketing will be left behind.
—Lutz Finger, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Strategic workforce management isn’t about slashing headcount for the sake of flashy cost-cutting.
—Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
His flashiest assists were offset by foolhardy turnovers.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Neither gravitates toward the flashier aspects of the virtuoso life style.
—Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
Those chasing flashy marketing will be left behind.
—Lutz Finger, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Strategic workforce management isn’t about slashing headcount for the sake of flashy cost-cutting.
—Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flashiness
Noun
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In a sport reputed for its flamboyance, Malinin speaks the non-verbal language of charisma.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Their taboo-breaking flamboyance — including playful moments on stage, sometimes even kissing each other on screen as a symbol of their camaraderie — adds a theatrical flair to their shows that captivates.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Combining sophisticated calf leather with the brand’s signature canvas, the bag is effortlessly stylish and functional.—
Molly Blanco,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 July 2025
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Its sporty yet stylish design pairs well with both casual and dressier outfits.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Room for improvement The cabin is so loud even with the top up that conversation with a partner was difficult at speed.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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To give you an idea of how loud that is, city traffic is 85 decibels, and a siren is 120 decibels.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 July 2025
Noun
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Their minimalist bottles and containers photograph beautifully, their price points signal exclusivity without screaming ostentation, and their international origins provide cultural cache.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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As high heels become less of a requisite in certain arenas, the Cannes red carpet — whose ostentation is rivaled only by the Met Gala or the Oscars — is something of a final frontier.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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These snazzy clogs for 20% off Calzuro clogs have long been a fave kitchen shoe for many BA staffers past and present.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Now the snazzy, geeky gadget is available for sale again—this time with new features, new games, and a brand-new colorway.—
Boone Ashworth,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The world is crowded, noisy, and sometimes hostile.—
F. Willis Johnson,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
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The negatives included noisy wheels and some faulty stitching.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
Noun
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The glitz and glamor of the tournament also draws celebrities from all walks of life, with singer/producer/composer Pharrell Williams, actor Ben Stiller and three-time Formula One world drivers champion Jackie Stewart among those in attendance last year.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Donald Trump decided the White House, which has had enough bling for every President since John Adams, needed more glitz.—
William W Bedsworth,
Oc Register,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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In the snap, the mother-of-two looked as fashionable as ever, this time styling the supportive shoes with a navy linen mini dress and gold jewelry.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Shop the best markdowns of fashionable favorites such as Favorite Daughter best-selling trouser, Rag & Bone’s capri pants and By Malene Birger’s knitted skirt.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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“Flashiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flashiness. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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