showy

/ˈʃoʊ.i/

UK: /ˈʃəʊ.i/

ƩOƱ · i (2 syllables)

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Definition

Calling attention; flashy; standing out to the eye.

Etymology

From show (noun) + -y.

Example Sentences

  • "showy flowers"
  • "I think my problem with it is that it's a) a little "telly" not "showy" in comparison to the rest […]"
  • "There's a way to make this more showy and less telly. It's like you're in a hurry to get on with the rest of the story."
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