tawdriness
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/ˈtɔːdrinəs/
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/ˈtɔːdrinəs/
Something that looks cheap and flashy but not really nice
The tawdriness of the decorations made the party feel more like a carnival than a classy event.
Something that is very unpleasant and shows low moral standards
The tawdriness of their behavior shocked everyone at the event.