showier; showiest
1
: making an attractive show : striking
a showy orchid
2
: given to or marked by a flashy often tasteless display
Examples of showy in a Sentence
Perhaps you should wear something a little less showy.
orchid plants are known for their huge showy flowers
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Flowering non-stop summer-through fall in showy combinations of yellow, orange, and red, blanket flower provides a good source of nectar to native bees and butterflies, while the small seeds are eaten by finches.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
The showy, low-maintenance shrub is resistant to pests and diseases and thrives in partial sun to partial shade.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Hibiscus plants add tropical flair to summer gardens with their large, showy flowers and glossy green foliage.
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Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
Hydrangeas are one of the most beloved flowers in the garden, their showy flowers putting on a bountiful display every summer.
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Kate McKenna,
The Spruce,
26 June 2026
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 July 2026
The showy, low-maintenance shrub is resistant to pests and diseases and thrives in partial sun to partial shade.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
29 June 2026
Hibiscus plants add tropical flair to summer gardens with their large, showy flowers and glossy green foliage.
—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2026
Hydrangeas are one of the most beloved flowers in the garden, their showy flowers putting on a bountiful display every summer.
—
Kate McKenna,
The Spruce,
26 June 2026
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“Showy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showy. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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