as in loud
excessively showy
I think that rhinestone-studded outfit is a little too glitzy for church
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Recent Examples of glitzy
Carnivores shouldn’t miss out on Peter upstairs—a rambling dining venue perched on the 24th floor, high above the rooms, that looks like a glitzy Vegas club complete with purple accents and ethereal, Avatar-esque light sculptures.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
An icy blue halter dress can be dressed up with kitten heels and glitzy jewelry for your ceremony, and re-styled with fresh accessories for a black-tie event like a gala or an opera opening months from now.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 29 May 2026
The Prada beauty ambassador isn't the only celeb to champion the style; also on her glitzy side of fashion history are names like Kendall Jenner and Martha Stewart.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Bajwa transports you into the heart of Amritsar, with its glitzy bazaars, dusty slums, and plush mansions.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
At its foot lies Zermatt, which is part glitzy ski resort, part snowy setting for a fairy tale.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
The film gets at the notion that people like Baranov seized on an idea of Russia, then packaged it to the public through the glitzy post-Soviet media.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 20 May 2026
As the performers take the stage for the glitzy grand final on Saturday, many watching will hope the controversy of the run-up is left well behind.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
The hospitality maven who brought San Diego its most over-the-top maximalist hotel — the Lafayette in North Park — is back with another glitzy project, this time in the wealthy island city known for its traditional bent.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
An icy blue halter dress can be dressed up with kitten heels and glitzy jewelry for your ceremony, and re-styled with fresh accessories for a black-tie event like a gala or an opera opening months from now.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 29 May 2026
The Prada beauty ambassador isn't the only celeb to champion the style; also on her glitzy side of fashion history are names like Kendall Jenner and Martha Stewart.
—Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 29 May 2026
Bajwa transports you into the heart of Amritsar, with its glitzy bazaars, dusty slums, and plush mansions.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 27 May 2026
At its foot lies Zermatt, which is part glitzy ski resort, part snowy setting for a fairy tale.
—Anne Olivia Bauso, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
The film gets at the notion that people like Baranov seized on an idea of Russia, then packaged it to the public through the glitzy post-Soviet media.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 20 May 2026
As the performers take the stage for the glitzy grand final on Saturday, many watching will hope the controversy of the run-up is left well behind.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
The hospitality maven who brought San Diego its most over-the-top maximalist hotel — the Lafayette in North Park — is back with another glitzy project, this time in the wealthy island city known for its traditional bent.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glitzy
Adjective
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The style is quintessential Deborah—strong, bold, a little loud, yet classy.—
Rachel Wallace,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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Like the Marrakech souks, Chatuchak is a full sensory experience of loud music, the smell of Thai street food and a buzzing, barter-friendly atmosphere.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Low noise levels for quiet cleaning Most people assume that pressure washers are noisy.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Google’s Fitbit Air is a breath of fresh air in a suffocatingly noisy tech landscape.—
Luciana Paulise,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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There’s no room, however, to elevate the presidency created by the revolution of 1776 into a gaudy cult of personality.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
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Park coach Tony Young tried to keep Alayna Adamez’s gaudy home run total on the down low this spring in hopes of preventing his star hitter from jumping off opponents’ scouting reports.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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There are no flashy logos or overpowering buckles, giving the bag a restrained quality that lets the unique shape be the star.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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Every major opinion poll showed the longtime Democratic politician mired near the bottom of the pack, overshadowed by his flashier or wealthier rivals.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Camp Lucy was born when former antiques dealer and real estate developer Whit Hanks restored the ornate chapel on his family’s property in 2008.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Despite its ornate craftsmanship and intricacies, Osaka’s tennis kit is still functional, transitioning from an entrance look to a competition-ready uniform for the four-time Grand Slam champion.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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The film charts how Suzuki redefined postwar Japanese cinema by defying the conventions of the studio system, forging a style built on garish pop-art imagery and aggressive formal experimentation.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
20 May 2026
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Firstman’s debut directorial effort, Club Kid, shrewdly acknowledges those garish personality tics, which have both endeared and repulsed audiences.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
15 May 2026
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“Glitzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glitzy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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