flashily
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7.0
- adverb
- /ˈflæʃɪli/
:
de manera ostentosa
- In this particular regard, we are talking about countries that have—publicly but not flashily—telegraphed that they are having these debates, concerns, and are at least considering weapons programs seriously enough to talk openly about it.
Examples
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The room was decorated flashily with bright lights and vibrant colors for the grand opening.
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She flashily showcased her collection of stunning jewelry at the fashion show.
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His flashily tailored suit caught everyone's attention at the gala event.
Synonyms
330
3.9
In a way that is very noticeable or extreme
25
3.9
In a very noticeable way that attracts attention
16
5.3
In a way that is easy to see or notice
6
5.7
Do something in a showy way to get attention
3
7.9
To act in a way that attracts attention and impresses people
3
6.8
In a way that uses bright colors and bold style to get attention
2
5.3
In a very bright and impressive way
2
7.6
In a very bright and tasteless way that attracts attention
1
8.2
In a showy way that has too many decorations and details
1
7.2
In a way that is bright and attracts attention
1
6.3
In a way that is too bright and too decorated
In a showy way that attracts attention
In a way that openly shows off to get attention
In a way that shines or sparkles to attract attention
In a very bright and obvious way
In a proud, showy way to get attention
In a showy but cheap and fake way
Antonyms
How Showy
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Flashily comes from the word flash, meaning a 'sudden bright light' or a quick show, plus -y ('full of') and -ly ('in a ... way'). So, flashily means 'in a showy or bright way', like dressing to get attention.