Gaudy

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɔdi/

Definitions of gaudy

adjective extravagantly bright or showy, typically so as to be tasteless

Example Sentences

A1 The gaudy decorations at the party were bright and eye-catching.

A2 She wore a gaudy necklace that sparkled in the sunlight.

B1 The hotel lobby was filled with gaudy furniture and flashy lights.

B2 The gaudy artwork in the gallery was a stark contrast to the minimalist pieces next to it.

C1 The gaudy display of wealth at the charity event was off-putting to some attendees.

C2 The gaudy architecture of the building reflected the opulence of the era in which it was built.

Examples of gaudy in a Sentence

formal The gaudy decorations at the party were overwhelming.

informal I can't believe she wore that gaudy dress to the event.

slang That gaudy car is so flashy, it's ridiculous.

figurative His gaudy personality always steals the spotlight in any situation.

Grammatical Forms of gaudy

• past tense: gaudied
• plural: gaudies
• comparative: more gaudy
• superlative: most gaudy
• present tense: gaudies
• future tense: will gaudy
• perfect tense: have gaudied
• continuous tense: is gaudying
• singular: gaudy
• positive degree: gaudy
• infinitive: to gaudy
• gerund: gaudying
• participle: gaudied

Origin and Evolution of gaudy

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'gaudy' originated from the Latin word 'gaudium' meaning joy or merriment.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something overly ornate or showy, the meaning of 'gaudy' has evolved to also mean something bright and colorful in a negative or tacky way.