Meaning & use
flashy
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Showy or gaudy in a way meant to attract attention, often superficially impressive.
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He drove a flashy sports car that turned heads on every street.
Her flashy jewelry didn't match the simplicity of the venue.
A note on using this word
Often carries a mildly negative connotation, implying style without real substance.
Words with a similar meaning
showyostentatious
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