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Meaning of garish
The primary meaning of the word "garish" is showy or flashy, often in a way that is considered too bright or bold.
Etymology of garish
The word "garish" has its roots in the 15th-century word "garish", which is derived from the Middle English word "garischen", meaning to adorn or decorate, and is related to the Old French word "garir", meaning to adorn.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "garish" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- * (of something, especially color or decoration) obtrusively and unpleasantly bright or showy
- * (of something, especially language or behavior) crudely or offensively showy or ostentatious
Usage Examples
- The city's nightlife was known for its garish neon lights and loud music.
- * She wore a garish yellow dress to the party that caught everyone's attention.
- * The hotel's lobby was decorated with garish furnishings that seemed out of place.