as in loud
excessively showy
I think that rhinestone-studded outfit is a little too glitzy for church
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Recent Examples of glitzy
The glitzy event, held annually, brings together some of the most powerful people in Washington, and the journalists who cover them.
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Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Released in 2022, the Historiques 222 is a glitzy, modern take on one of the Swiss watchmaker’s retro classics.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
The scenic seaside town was once a hub for members of France’s high society who preferred something more laid back than the glitzy Cote d’Azur in the east, and a casual atmosphere still persists here, thanks in part to the surf culture that has propagated over the years.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
The neighborhood/area Far from the glitzy Amalfi Coast, Tuscany’s Versilia coast is a bit of an unsung beach destination in a country known for them.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The real star here is the glitzy floral handbag that feels right in line with the bold accessories seen at the Derby.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Michael Jackson’s son Prince and his siblings La Toya, Jackie, and Jermaine attended the glitzy premiere for Michael, which features a breakout performance by his nephew Jaafar.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026
Paramount wasted no time showing off the Stranger Things creators in the studio’s glitzy, big-budget mini-movie celebrating its movie history and looking at the future.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
The glitzy fundraiser, which supports the organization’s biomedical research program, always comes at the tail end of the Cannes Film Festival.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Released in 2022, the Historiques 222 is a glitzy, modern take on one of the Swiss watchmaker’s retro classics.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2026
The scenic seaside town was once a hub for members of France’s high society who preferred something more laid back than the glitzy Cote d’Azur in the east, and a casual atmosphere still persists here, thanks in part to the surf culture that has propagated over the years.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
The neighborhood/area Far from the glitzy Amalfi Coast, Tuscany’s Versilia coast is a bit of an unsung beach destination in a country known for them.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The real star here is the glitzy floral handbag that feels right in line with the bold accessories seen at the Derby.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Michael Jackson’s son Prince and his siblings La Toya, Jackie, and Jermaine attended the glitzy premiere for Michael, which features a breakout performance by his nephew Jaafar.
—Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026
Paramount wasted no time showing off the Stranger Things creators in the studio’s glitzy, big-budget mini-movie celebrating its movie history and looking at the future.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
The glitzy fundraiser, which supports the organization’s biomedical research program, always comes at the tail end of the Cannes Film Festival.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glitzy
Adjective
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And still, Goodell was greeted by a loud chorus of boos.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jeffrey Spadjinske, police were called to the meeting on the report that individuals in attendance were being loud and disruptive.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This means no two sensors are exactly alike, leading to noisy data and inconsistent results.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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Lesser known but notably noisier acts were relegated to another section of the grounds, where the Diablo Stage stood, attracting non-stop aggressive movement.—
Lina Lecaro,
Rolling Stone,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Both these cousins grow to a comparable size and shape about 15 to 20 feet tall and wide, and combine gaudy spring flowers with scarlet and crimson fall foliage.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
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The neighbors of the Highland Park mansion once owned by MJ now have flexed their muscle not once but twice at proposals to repurpose the gaudy property for something other than a one-family occupier living therein.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Prince William gets comfy in a flashy sports car during his visit to the British Formula E team headquarters in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, on April 23.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Teams have also reportedly questioned his temperament — something that became part of his flashy on-field persona over the past couple of seasons.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The interiors lean heavily into scale, with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and ornate detailing throughout.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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With its rounded corners, lofty windows, and ornate façade, the building incorporates elements from many periods and architectural styles.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Not because of the roving packs of teenagers or even the garish displays of overconsumption, but because mall architecture was high art.—
AJ Willingham,
AJC.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Out front was a parked Jeep that had been decorated in garish camouflage and emblazoned with the grinning face of a man who went by Lawyer Don.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Glitzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glitzy. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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