glitzy

[ glit-see ]

adjective

, Slang.

, glitz·i·er, glitz·i·est.

1. pretentiously or tastelessly showy:

   a glitzy gown.

glitzy

/ ˈɡlɪtsɪ /

adjective

1. slang.
   showily attractive; flashy or glittery

Other Words From

• glitzi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of glitzy¹

First recorded in 1965–70; probably from Yiddish glitz “glitter,” from German glitzern “to glitter” + -y ¹( def )

Word History and Origins

Origin of glitzy¹

C20: originally US, probably via Yiddish from German glitzern to glitter

Example Sentences

It doesn't feel big enough, it doesn't feel glitzy enough.

From BBC

Her swift rise through San Francisco’s rough-and-tumble politics were defined by days in courtrooms representing victims and nights at glitzy political galas.

From BBC

Even the glitzy bars, exclusive car dealerships and plastic surgery boutiques catering to cartel lieutenants and their entourages are mostly closed.

From Los Angeles Times

I'm fortunate enough to have joined that glitzy list after I tied the knot at the event on Tuesday.

From BBC

Under Trump, the family business shifted from residential units in Brooklyn and Queens to glitzy Manhattan projects.

From BBC

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• lavish
• magnificent
• opulent
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• sparkling
• sumptuous