noun
- plural of gaudiness; the quality or state of being excessively bright, showy, or tastelessly ornate
Usage: countable and uncountable uses; typically used in plural to refer to multiple instances or types of excessive showiness
Examples
- The gaudinesses of the carnival decorations overwhelmed the small town square.
- She criticized the gaudinesses of the costume jewelry on display.
- The interior designer warned against the gaudinesses that would clash with the minimalist aesthetic.
- Despite the gaudinesses of the outfit, she wore it with confidence.
- The museum exhibit explored the gaudinesses of 1980s fashion trends.
- He found the gaudinesses of the resort's décor rather off-putting.