Gaudish

/ˈɡɔːdɪʃ/ adjective

Definition

Somewhat gaudy; slightly showy or flashy in a cheap or tasteless way.

Etymology

Formed from 'gaudy' with the -ish suffix, which creates an adjective meaning 'somewhat' or 'rather' the original quality.

Kelly Says

The -ish suffix is a linguistic hedging tool: while 'gaudy' is definitive, 'gaudish' means 'kinda sorta gaudy'—giving English speakers a way to soften judgments.

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