1. plural of showiness; instances or qualities of being showy, flashy, or ostentatious
Usage: formal

Examples

• The different showinesses of the costumes made it hard to focus on the performance.
• She criticized the various showinesses displayed at the gala.
• The architect avoided the showinesses common in modern buildings.
• Their competing showinesses created an uncomfortable atmosphere.
• The museum exhibit explored the showinesses of different cultural periods.