splashy

adjective

ˈspla-shē How to pronounce splashy (audio)
Definition of splashynext
1
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention a splashy new restaurant that's currently the in place to go

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2
as in flashy
attractively eye-catching in style a splashy ad for the new brand of blue jeans

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3
as in loud
excessively showy a splashy outfit that was definitely out of place in church

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Recent Examples of splashy The middle ground could be splashier contracts signed ahead of time. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 6 July 2026 As the country prepares to mark its semiquincentennial, or 250th birthday, the splashiest celebrations in Washington are being shaped by corporate money. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 July 2026 While neither Swift, 36, nor Kelce, also 36, have publicly confirmed wedding plans, all signs point to Madison Square Garden as the venue for the splashy celebration. — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Of that total, 75 were by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, whose recent splashy IPO heralds how lucrative this next chapter of commercial spaceflight could be. — Kaylah Jackson, NBC news, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for splashy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
  1. noticeable
  2. flashy
  3. loud
  4. prominent
  5. stylish
  6. noisy
  7. dramatic
  8. snazzy
Adjective
  • North America was the main surprise, while Africa also contributed a noticeable share of the increase from a much smaller base.
    — Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Frustingly for Croatia, Matanović’s tiny touch was barely noticeable with the naked eye.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Definition of noticeable
Adjective
  • The concert was rarely spectacular or flashy — which is appropriate, given that those qualities have never really been Duff’s selling points — but was as easy to like as the star herself.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 12 July 2026
  • From word-art walls to flashy lighting, these details can make an otherwise lovely space feel tacky, say experts.
    — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026
Definition of flashy
Adjective
  • Fedorov’s removal came as Russian missiles struck Kyiv early Thursday, with loud explosions heard in the Ukrainian capital just hours before British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was set to arrive.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • Because of the mechanical complexity required to pull the large film stock through these cameras, the cameras are known to be notoriously expensive, heavy, and loud.
    — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026
Definition of loud
Adjective
  • The case has also received attention from other prominent figures who have stepped in to help Wells’ family.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 10 July 2026
  • Wahl embraced the upstart digital-media space, bringing an insider’s knowledge to his substantial online following, while still writing long-form soccer features that delivered depth and insight about the game’s most prominent players.
    — Sean Gregory, Time, 10 July 2026
Definition of prominent
Adjective
  • Even a 73-year-old shopper was impressed by its stylish, comfortable fit.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
  • The culotte-style stretchy shorts are equal parts comfortable and stylish, and the high-neck top can be worn either tucked-in or down and loose.
    — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • The next report could produce a noisy response once again so we’re focused on the levels.
    — Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 9 July 2026
  • The second version of his hearing aid aimed to amplify the sound of a specific person’s voice in a conversation in a noisy environment.
    — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
Definition of noisy
Adjective
  • Messi has been instrumental in Argentina’s World Cup campaign, scoring eight goals — level with France’s Kylian Mbappe — and inspiring a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the round of 16.
    — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
  • In a move that conflicts with state guidance, SANDAG exempted Solana Beach and parts of Oceanside from the most dramatic potential impacts of that law, Senate Bill 79, which took effect at the beginning of July.
    — Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
Definition of dramatic
Adjective
  • And sure, 200 may seem snazzier than 250, just as a 20th or 30th wedding anniversary often gets more attention than a 25th.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • Iconic songwriter Jimmy Jam folded his hands together for a snazzy shot.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Definition of snazzy

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