showy

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   marked by ostentation but often tasteless

   a cheap showy rhinestone bracelet

2. 2
   adj

   Making a striking or aesthetically pleasing display.

   showy flowers

3. 3
   adj

   Inclined to showing (by conveying an impression so that events are described in the narrative), instead of telling (by explicitly stating facts).

   I think my problem with it is that it's a) a little "telly" not "showy" in comparison to the rest […]

4. 4
   adj

   superficially attractive and stylish

5. 5
   adj

   (used especially of clothes) marked by conspicuous display

6. 6
   adj

   displaying brilliance and virtuosity

7. 7
   adj

   Calling attention; flashy; standing out to the eye.

Etymology

From show (noun) + -y.