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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Meretricious' in a Sentence

"Attracting attention through flashy or vulgar displays, but lacking genuine value or substance; tawdry." more

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The marketing campaign relied on meretricious tactics, emphasizing style over substance.
The meretricious advertisement promised magical results from a fake potion.

Meretricious

mer-i-trish-uhs
adjectiveAttracting attention through flashy or vulgar displays, but lacking genuine value or substance; tawdry.
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Last Updated On: March 9, 2024
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