Schlocky: meaning, definitions and examples
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schlocky
[ สlษki ]
quality, entertainment
The term 'schlocky' is used to describe something that is tawdry, shoddy, or of low quality, especially in reference to movies, literature, or other forms of entertainment. It often indicates that the object in question is overly commercialized or appeals to lowbrow tastes. 'Schlocky' can also imply a sense of campiness, where the low quality is so pronounced that it becomes amusing or endearing. Many enthusiasts of cult films might affectionately refer to certain movies as 'schlocky' due to their low production values and entertaining absurdities.
Synonyms
cheap, inferior, kitschy, shoddy, tawdry.
Examples of usage
- That film was so schlocky; the plot made no sense.
- I love watching schlocky horror movies during Halloween.
- The schlocky special effects added to the charm of the movie.
- Critics lambasted the director for producing such a schlocky sequel.
Translations
Translations of the word "schlocky" in other languages:
๐ต๐น breguinha
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคธเฅเคคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช schundig
๐ฎ๐ฉ murahan
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะตัะตะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ tandetny
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฎใฃใฝใ
๐ซ๐ท ringard
๐ช๐ธ barato
๐น๐ท ucuz
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธ๊ตฌ๋ ค์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑุฎูุต
๐จ๐ฟ bรญdnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ nechutnรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไฝๅฃ็
๐ธ๐ฎ poceni
๐ฎ๐ธ รณkeypis
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐัะทะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแกแแฎแแแแฌแแคแแแแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ucuz
๐ฒ๐ฝ barato
Etymology
The word 'schlock' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, likely derived from the Yiddish word 'shlock,' which means something that is worthless or of poor quality. The term began to appear in American English, particularly in the context of the entertainment industry, to describe products or performances that were perceived as tacky or lowbrow. By the mid-20th century, 'schlocky' emerged as an adjective form, further reinforcing the notion of something being cheap or inconsequential. It is often employed in colloquial settings among cinephiles, critics, and audiences who appreciate a certain kind of low-quality charm. Over the years, the term has been embraced by various subcultures, leading to the celebration of schlocky movies and media as a genre in their own right.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,783, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.
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