Campy: meaning, definitions and examples

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

style, aesthetic

Campy refers to something that is exaggerated, theatrical, and often self-consciously artificial. It can describe art, literature, or performances that embrace bad taste for humorous or ironic effect.

kitsch, over-the-top, tacky, theatrical.

Examples of usage

• The movie was a campy homage to 80s horror films.

• Her campy outfit stole the show at the costume party.

• The director's campy style is both entertaining and nostalgic.