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Flashiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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flashiest

 

[ ˈflæʃiɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, style

The word 'flashiest' is the superlative form of 'flashy,' often used to describe something that is excessively showy or ostentatious. It indicates the highest degree of brightness or brilliance, often used in regards to style or appearance. When something is described as 'flashiest,' it typically draws attention due to its vibrant colors, bold design, or extravagant nature. This term is commonly used in fashion, advertising, and marketing to signify items that stand out due to their flamboyance and eye-catching qualities.

Synonyms

gaudiest, most extravagant, most flamboyant, showiest

Examples of usage

  • She wore the flashiest dress at the party.
  • That car is the flashiest model in the showroom.
  • He loves the flashiest accessories for his outfits.

Translations

Translations of the word "flashiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais chamativo

🇮🇳 सबसे चमकीला

🇩🇪 am auffälligsten

🇮🇩 paling mencolok

🇺🇦 найяскравіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej efektowny

🇯🇵 最も目立つ

🇫🇷 le plus flashy

🇪🇸 el más llamativo

🇹🇷 en gösterişli

🇰🇷 가장 화려한

🇸🇦 الأكثر بروزًا

🇨🇿 nejvýraznější

🇸🇰 najvýraznejší

🇨🇳 最闪亮的

🇸🇮 najbolj opazen

🇮🇸 mest glæsilegur

🇰🇿 ең жарқын

🇬🇪 ყველაზე თვალშისაცემი

🇦🇿 ən parlaq

🇲🇽 el más llamativo

Etymology

The word 'flashy' has its origins in the mid-19th century, initially attributed to the American English vernacular. It derives from the word 'flash,' which means to shine suddenly or briefly, combined with the suffix ‘-y’ to imply a quality. The sense of being ostentatious or showy emerged as the term started being used to describe things that are designed to attract attention or boast a flamboyant style. Over time, 'flashy' and its derivatives became prevalent in discussions around fashion, automotive design, and various forms of visual arts, leading to the birth of the superlative 'flashiest' that we use today. The concept closely intertwines with cultural trends that prioritize boldness and visual spectacle, thus continually evolving in meaning and usage.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,806, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.