as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
orchid plants are known for their huge showy flowers
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Recent Examples of showy
Flowering non-stop summer-through fall in showy combinations of yellow, orange, and red, blanket flower provides a good source of nectar to native bees and butterflies, while the small seeds are eaten by finches.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
The outer ring of the flower is composed of showy, sterile florets, while the center contains the smaller, fertile florets.
—Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Come summer, when other flowering flora are busy competing for pollinators’ attention, skunk cabbage has already parted with its pollen and replaced its early blooming flowers with a bouquet of showy leaves.
—Skylar Knight, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2025
This earth sign doesn't care for showy appearances but still wants to revel in their successes, which is why quiet luxury fits best.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
The outer ring of the flower is composed of showy, sterile florets, while the center contains the smaller, fertile florets.
—Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Come summer, when other flowering flora are busy competing for pollinators’ attention, skunk cabbage has already parted with its pollen and replaced its early blooming flowers with a bouquet of showy leaves.
—Skylar Knight, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 June 2025
This earth sign doesn't care for showy appearances but still wants to revel in their successes, which is why quiet luxury fits best.
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for showy
Adjective
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There's a noticeable difference between similar comforters made with down and down alternatives.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 Aug. 2025
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The lines on the court illustrate the noticeable boundary differences.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The prominent actress teased her fashion partnership by attending Sarah Burton’s debut Givenchy fashion show last March wearing a slim, one-sleeve dress in a striking papaya color, and toting a mini Antigona bag in box leather.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
29 Aug. 2025
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The most prominent object is a framed Ohtani Angels jersey, autographed by the ballplayer to Bowyer’s four-year-old son.—
DAVID AMSDEN,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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See dramatic photos of the storm by Arizona Republic photographers.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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At that time, the city's public school system was in the midst of a dramatic reconstitution: The predominantly Black teacher corps had lost their jobs, and new charter schools were opening up, often hiring young, white teachers and leaders from out of town.—
Sarah Carr,
NPR,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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DeJean had an interception returned for a 38-yard touchdown in the second quarter that gave the Eagles a commanding 17-0 lead over the Chiefs.—
DJ Siddiqi,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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The New York Yankees once had a commanding lead in the American League East.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Having a 5-2 record in postseason series is remarkable and has changed the outlook of the franchise.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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That is remarkable given the majority of its rents, paid by the NHS, are effectively underwritten by the government.—
Ian King,
CNBC,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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While both teams boast impressive lineups, the tournament host site will also be one of the stars of the weekend.—
Zach Schenfisch,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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These are impressive figures for an original horror film, especially one that cost its backers at Warner Bros. just $38 million to produce.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
24 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The group is prepared to shake things up in the music scene with their striking visuals, undeniable vocal talent and youthful energy.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
27 Aug. 2025
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That same night, SpaceX shared four striking views in a post on X (formerly Twitter).—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Anderson, looking every inch a Pre-Raphaelite muse, plays the penniless, unmarried, and — worst of all — conspicuous socialite Lily Bart.—
Elle Carroll,
Vulture,
11 Aug. 2025
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Some of the most desirable brands let the product speak for itself rather than resorting to conspicuous branding and flashy gimmicks.—
Matteo Atti,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Showy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showy. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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