Vocabulary Entry

tawdry

|adjective • noun

adjective

showing a lack of respectability, often because of being gaudy or cheap in appearance.

Example Sentences

"The tawdry decorations made the party feel less sophisticated."

"He avoided tawdry gossip and preferred meaningful conversations."

"Her tawdry outfit drew disapproving looks from the more conservative guests."

noun

Example Sentences

"The store was filled with tawdry trinkets that seemed to lack any real value."

"She found a piece of tawdry jewelry at a flea market that caught her eye."

"His collection of tawdry memorabilia was more amusing than impressive."