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kitschy

[ kich-ee ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

tawdry or showy and usually appealing to popular or undiscriminating taste:
The Old Town district is known for its kitschy souvenirs, artisanal greasy-spoon restaurants, and a complete lack of parking.

Origin of kitschy¹

First recorded in 1945–50; kitsch ( def ) + -y ¹( def )

As a result, Rue des Rosiers houses only a few kosher shops and kitschy delis, mostly dedicated to vistors rather than locals.

What does Soylent have going for it other than missionary zeal and a revoltingly kitschy sci-fi throwback name?

There's so much fun '90s fashion and kitschy cultural references.

Super Bowl Halftime Shows are no longer kitschy theme park spectacles, but bonafide entertainment events.

Brewer's not known for her verbal skills, and her famous debate pause has its place in kitschy political history.

That meant going as touristy as possible—something overpriced and kitschy.

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