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(taw-dry) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. showy but of little value or quality.

Example Sentence

An excess of gold braid and glittery beads gave the costumes a tawdry look.

More Example Sentences

They wore tawdry jewelry to the event.

Synonyms

gaudy; flashy; cheap

Antonyms

elegant; classy; refined

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Rhymes

  • audrey
  • audry
  • chaudhry
  • tawdry
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