Showy: meaning, definitions and examples

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showy

[ ˈʃoʊ.i ]

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appearance

Attracting attention in a flashy or gaudy manner; ostentatious.

Synonyms

flashy, gaudy, ostentatious

Examples of usage

Her showy jewelry caught everyone's eye at the party.
The peacock's showy feathers are a display of its beauty.
The showy decorations at the event added to the festive atmosphere.

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plants

Having conspicuous flowers or other bright or striking features.

Synonyms

bright, colorful, striking

Examples of usage

The showy petals of the orchid make it a popular choice for bouquets.
These showy plants are perfect for adding color to the garden.

Translations

Translations of the word "showy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vistoso

🇮🇳 चमकीला

🇩🇪 auffällig

🇮🇩 mencolok

🇺🇦 показний

🇵🇱 krzykliwy

🇯🇵 派手な (hade na)

🇫🇷 voyant

🇪🇸 llamativo

🇹🇷 gösterişli

🇰🇷 화려한 (hwaryeohan)

🇸🇦 مزخرف

🇨🇿 nápadný

🇸🇰 okázalý

🇨🇳 华丽的 (huálì de)

🇸🇮 opazen

🇮🇸 áberandi

🇰🇿 көрнекті

🇬🇪 გამორჩეული

🇦🇿 göstərişli

🇲🇽 llamativo

Word origin

The word 'showy' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the Middle English word 'show' meaning appearance or spectacle. Over time, it evolved to describe something that attracts attention due to its flashy or ostentatious nature. The usage of 'showy' has remained consistent in English literature to depict things that are visually striking or attention-grabbing.