Kitsch

Pronunciation: /ˈkɪtʃ/

Kitsch (noun)

  1. Art or objects made to look attractive, but in a way many people think is tasteless or too exaggerated.
  2. A style that aims for strong effect, often using obvious symbols or bright decoration that feels low-quality.

Examples

  • The shop sells kitsch that looks flashy but feels low quality.
  • Many people call that statue kitsch because it is too showy.

Kitsch (adjective)

  1. Describing something that tries to look impressive but seems tasteless, cheap, or too strongly decorated.
  2. Made to create an artificial, exaggerated feeling of beauty or excitement, often seen as not truly tasteful.

Examples

  • That necklace is kitsch and shines too much for everyday wear.
  • The poster looks kitsch, with loud colors and heavy decoration.