Gaudiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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gaudiest

 

[ ˈɡɔː.di.əst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

showy decoration

The term 'gaudiest' refers to something that is excessively showy or ornate, often to the point of being tasteless. It is derived from the word 'gaudy', which means overly flashy or extravagant. Items described as gaudiest might stand out for their vivid colors and elaborate designs, making them visually striking, but not necessarily appealing.

Synonyms

extravagant, flamboyant, garish, ostentatious, tacky

Examples of usage

  • The gaudiest dress at the party attracted everyone's attention.
  • Her gaudiest jewelry was too much for the subtle event.
  • The gaudiest decorations in the parade impressed the kids.
  • He prefers the gaudiest artwork to minimalistic designs.

Translations

Translations of the word "gaudiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais chamativo

🇮🇳 सबसे चकाचौंध

🇩🇪 am auffälligsten

🇮🇩 paling mencolok

🇺🇦 найяскравіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej krzykliwy

🇯🇵 最も派手な

🇫🇷 le plus criard

🇪🇸 el más llamativo

🇹🇷 en çarpıcı

🇰🇷 가장 화려한

🇸🇦 الأكثر بروزًا

🇨🇿 nejvýraznější

🇸🇰 najvýraznejší

🇨🇳 最引人注目的

🇸🇮 najbolj opazen

🇮🇸 mest áberandi

🇰🇿 ең жарқын

🇬🇪 ყველაზე თვალშისაცემი

🇦🇿 ən parlaq

🇲🇽 el más llamativo

Etymology

The word 'gaudy' has its origins in the late Middle English period, tracing back to the Latin word 'gaudere', which means 'to rejoice' or 'to be glad'. Its meaning evolved over time, initially expressing a sense of joyfulness, but shifted by the 17th century to denote something that was overly showy or tastelessly elaborate. The superlative form 'gaudiest' emerged to describe the utmost degree of gaudiness, highlighting its excessive and often ostentatious nature. This evolution reflects changing tastes over centuries, wherein what might be considered joyous expression became synonymous with lack of subtlety or refinement, particularly in fashion and design.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,574, 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.