C1adjectiveartssociety
US/ˈʃoʊ.i/
UK/ˈʃəʊ.i/
very bright, colourful or expensive-looking, in order to attract attention
In context
He drives a showy red sports car, but he still lives with his parents.
These showy flowers attract butterflies and bees all summer long.
She prefers simple clothes and finds designer logos a bit too showy.
Words that go with showy
adjective + noun
- showy flowersOrchids are famous for their showy flowers.
- showy displayThe fireworks were a showy display of the city's wealth.
- showy bloomsThe garden is full of showy blooms in spring.
- showy clothesHe never wears showy clothes to work.
- showy styleNot everyone likes the singer's showy style.
adverb + adjective
- too showyThe wedding dress was beautiful but a little too showy for her.