tawdry
Pronunciation
Adjective
C2 Mastery
Quick answer
Showy or cheap in a way that lacks taste or quality, or morally distasteful.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
gaudy
sleazy
Antonyms
tasteful
elegant
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The tabloid ran a _____ story about the celebrity's divorce."
Answer: tawdry
In your own words, what does "tawdry" mean?
Showy or cheap in a way that lacks taste or quality, or morally distasteful.
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