showy

• 形容事物刻意引人注目，常显得花哨、张扬或过于显眼。

Describes something that is designed to attract attention, often in a flashy or overly conspicuous way.

1. Ostentatious but often tastelessB2informal

   Marked by a flashy or gaudy display intended to attract attention, often lacking in refinement.

   俗艳的

   • His showy gold watch was more about status than style.
   • The decorations were too showy for a simple wedding.
   • She wore a showy dress covered in sequins.

   同义词brassyflashygarishgaudyloudmeretriciousostentatioustawdryvulgar

   反义词elegantmodestplainrefinedrestrainedsimplesubtletastefulunderstatedunobtrusive

2. Brilliant and virtuosicC1formal

   Displaying impressive skill, brilliance, or technical mastery, especially in performance.

   炫技的

   • The pianist gave a showy performance full of rapid arpeggios.
   • His showy guitar solo wowed the audience.
   • The dancer's showy moves demonstrated years of training.

   同义词bravuradazzlingflamboyantflashyspectacularvirtuoso

   反义词amateurishineptmediocreunimpressiveunskilled

3. Conspicuous in clothingB2informal

   Used especially of clothes that are designed to attract attention through bold colors, patterns, or expensive materials.

   花哨

   • She prefers showy outfits with bright prints and gold jewelry.
   • His showy suit was made of velvet and silk.
   • The designer is known for showy, extravagant fashion.

   同义词flamboyantflashygarishgaudyjazzyloudostentatioussnazzysplashy

   反义词modestplainquietsimplesubduedunobtrusive

4. Superficially attractive and stylishB2informal

   Appearing attractive or expensive on the surface, but often lacking substance or quality.

   浮华

   • The car was showy but had a poor engine.
   • Her showy lifestyle was funded by debt.
   • The hotel lobby was showy, but the rooms were shabby.

   同义词flashygaudymeretriciousostentatiouspretentiousspecioussplashytawdry

   反义词modestplainsimpleunassumingunpretentious