Tawdry

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What Does Tawdry Mean?

  • 低级的
  • 华而不实的
  • 俗丽的
  • 劣质的

Tawdry Pronunciation

/ˈtɔːdri/

Tawdry Definition

adjective

Definition

Showy but cheap and of poor quality; gaudy.

In ZH

华而不实；显得俗气且质量低劣；花哨的。

How to Use Tawdry in a Sentence

  • The store sold tawdry jewelry that fell apart after a day.
  • She wore a tawdry dress that was overly sequined and bright.
  • His tawdry taste in décor was evident in the garish colors of his home.
  • They presented a tawdry display of affection in public.
  • The film was criticized for its tawdry plot and shallow characters.
noun

Definition

An item of cheap, showy quality or appearance.

In ZH

便宜的华丽物品，外表通常光鲜但质量差。

How to Use Tawdry in a Sentence

  • The market was full of tawdries that attracted tourists.
  • She collected tawdries from different countries during her travels.
  • The festival included stalls selling tawdries, perfect for souvenirs.
  • He often regretted buying tawdries that he later realized he didn't want.
  • Many tawdries are made to appeal to those looking for a bargain.