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Gaudy

/ɡˈɔdi/
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(adj) Very showy or ornamented, now especially when excessive, or in a tasteless or vulgar manner.

Stick to jackets that aren't too gaudy.
He slipped the gaudy shirt on.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The room was decorated with ____ ornaments that were far too bright and flashy for most people's taste.

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