brummagem 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of brummagemnext
as in swanky

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brummagem

2 of 2

noun

as in simulation

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brummagem
  1. simulation
  2. swank
  3. synthetic
  4. showy
  5. swindle
  6. copy
  7. shoddy
  8. gaudy
Noun
  • After consuming mindless content like social media, refresh your mental energy with challenging activities—read a complex article, take a professional course or play a strategic game (like chess or a business simulation).
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The Test Fire Simulation will put visitors beneath a rocket engine and into a simulation that includes sounds, lights and a cooling mist.
    Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of simulation
Adjective
  • Today, the luxury getaway (renamed Trump National Doral Miami in 2012) is a swank 800-acre suburban Miami destination that continues to cater to sports enthusiasts, vacationers, business travelers and locals alike.
    Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Most recently design director for Guy Goodfellow, Hodson-Taylor previously worked at David Collins Studio and Nicky Haslam’s NH Design, so he’s bound to draw from his portfolio of swank interiors.
    Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of swank
Noun
  • Fentanyl, the potent synthetic opioid prescribed for pain relief, is largely responsible for that staggering figure.
    James Ward, The Arizona Republic, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Don’t worry, synthetics smell like deer and work fine.
    Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of synthetic
Adjective
  • Luckily, the showy bracts can hold their colors for months.
    Janet B. Carson, arkansasonline.com, 2 Dec. 2024
  • For starters, the director suggested that Abrams get rid of the showy flash-forward scene that the script originally started with, begrudgingly written by Abrams upon the insistence of some who tried to convince him that the kick-off needed a catchy hook.
    Tomris Laffly, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of showy
Noun
  • In Freeform's brand new series, Scam Goddess, based on her book and podcast of the same name, the comedian is taking her sense for swindles on the road.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The videos are being used in investment scams, such as romance swindles, and in other ways.
    Russ Wiles, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of swindle
Noun
  • Despite only being available for purchase through one retailer, Target, the $40 Eras Tour Book sold 814,000 copies in its first two days on sale, according to industry data provider Circana BookScan.
    Megan McCluskey, TIME, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Per The Wall Street Journal, Target ordered 2 million copies of the book to sell during the holiday season and beyond.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of copy
Noun
  • Recycled pop bottles are made into carpets and seat linings, and cotton shoddy—used to make blue jeans—is recycled and turned into sound insulation.
    Katherine LaGrave, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2018
  • Only traditional organic feeds such as the shoddy are allowed
    Craig Ballinger, Slate Magazine, 20 Mar. 2017
Definition of shoddy
Adjective
  • They were hidden from Eliza by a palm made gaudy with orchids.
    Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
  • The series became famous for being a relic of the eighties thanks to its rock anthems, gaudy clothing and karate falling out of fashion.
    Caroline Reid, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of gaudy
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