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

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The toy's meretricious appearance deceived the child into thinking it was valuable.
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The meretricious decorations at the party made it look more extravagant than it actually was.
The meretricious advertisement promised magical results from a fake potion.
She rejected the meretricious friendship of the classmate who only wanted her toys.

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Meretricious

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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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