Gaudiness: meaning, definitions and examples
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gaudiness
[ ˈɡɔːdɪnəs ]
in fashion
The quality of being bright and showy, typically in a way that is tastelessly ornate.
Synonyms
extravagance, flashiness, ostentation
Examples of usage
- The gaudiness of her outfit made her stand out in the crowd.
- The gaudiness of the decorations overwhelmed the room.
general
Excessive or tasteless ornamentation.
Synonyms
garishness, ornateness, tackiness
Examples of usage
- The gaudiness of the building's exterior clashed with the surrounding architecture.
- Her gaudiness in accessorizing often drew attention for the wrong reasons.
Translations
Translations of the word "gaudiness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ostentação
🇮🇳 चमक-दमक
🇩🇪 Prunk
🇮🇩 kemewahan
🇺🇦 пишність
🇵🇱 przepych
🇯🇵 けばけばしさ
🇫🇷 ostentation
🇪🇸 ostentación
🇹🇷 gösteriş
🇰🇷 화려함
🇸🇦 البذخ
🇨🇿 okázalost
🇸🇰 okázalosť
🇨🇳 华丽
🇸🇮 razkošje
🇮🇸 glæsileiki
🇰🇿 жарқылдақтық
🇬🇪 სიამაყე
🇦🇿 göstəriş
🇲🇽 ostentación
Etymology
The word 'gaudiness' originated from the Old French word 'gaudir', which means 'to rejoice' or 'to make merry'. Over time, it evolved to refer to excessive ornamentation or showiness. The concept of gaudiness has been prevalent in various art forms and fashion trends, often associated with a bold and flamboyant style. While gaudiness can sometimes be seen as a negative trait, it has also been embraced as a form of self-expression and celebration of individuality.