1. showy or tasteless ornament; gaudy decoration or display
Usage: usually uncountable; often used to criticize excessive or cheap ornamentation

Examples

• The palace was filled with gilded furniture and gaudery that impressed no one with taste.
• She dismissed the costume's gaudery as inappropriate for a formal event.
• The carnival rides were covered in gaudery—bright plastic and flashing lights everywhere.
• His office was decorated with gaudery rather than genuine art.
• The gaudery of the resort's lobby made it feel cheap despite the high prices.