Tawdrily: meaning, definitions and examples

describing manner

Tawdrily refers to doing something in a gaudy or cheap manner. It often implies a lack of sophistication or a focus on showiness rather than quality. When something is done tawdrily, it is likely to be seen as tawdry or of little value, often because it is flashy or meant to attract attention. This word is commonly used to criticize a style or behavior that is considered overly ostentatious or in poor taste.

cheaply, gaudily, tawdry

Examples of usage

• She decorated the room tawdrily, with bright colors and cheap decorations.

• The film was criticized for its tawdrily executed special effects.

• He dressed tawdrily, opting for flashy jewelry and mismatched patterns.