splashy

adjective

ˈspla-shē How to pronounce splashy (audio)
Definition of splashynext
1
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention a splashy new restaurant that's currently the in place to go

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2
as in flashy
attractively eye-catching in style a splashy ad for the new brand of blue jeans

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3
as in loud
excessively showy a splashy outfit that was definitely out of place in church

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Recent Examples of splashy As the country prepares to mark its semiquincentennial, or 250th birthday, the splashiest celebrations in Washington are being shaped by corporate money. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 July 2026 Of that total, 75 were by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, whose recent splashy IPO heralds how lucrative this next chapter of commercial spaceflight could be. — Kaylah Jackson, NBC news, 29 June 2026 While neither Swift, 36, nor Kelce, also 36, have publicly confirmed wedding plans, all signs point to Madison Square Garden as the venue for the splashy celebration. — Luke Chinman, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 Serving contemporary Californian cuisine, inspired by ingredients from Stone Edge Farm and seafood from the nearby Pacific, Enclos made a splashy debut with two stars in 2025. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for splashy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
  1. noticeable
  2. flashy
  3. loud
  4. prominent
  5. stylish
  6. noisy
  7. dramatic
  8. snazzy
Adjective
  • North America was the main surprise, while Africa also contributed a noticeable share of the increase from a much smaller base.
    — Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Frustingly for Croatia, Matanović’s tiny touch was barely noticeable with the naked eye.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Definition of noticeable
Adjective
  • The rapper blends her innate New York style with high fashion and luxury footwear styles, creating ultra-unique and flashy looks.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 30 June 2026
  • Within the flashy dance numbers and power ballads, American musicals often hold up a mirror to society.
    — Abraham Swee, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Definition of flashy
Adjective
  • Despite a soggy start, the crowd stayed loud and energetic throughout the night.
    — Anna McAllister, CBS News, 2 July 2026
  • There are loud crowds, and then there are Mexican soccer crowds.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of loud
Adjective
  • One prominent Cherokee named Katteuha co-wrote a letter to Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention in 1787, urging him to push for peace between the Native people and settlers.
    — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • The effect of protostar outflows on their environment can be seen in the JWST image via the prominent blue ridges.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of prominent
Adjective
  • Even a 73-year-old shopper was impressed by its stylish, comfortable fit.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
  • The culotte-style stretchy shorts are equal parts comfortable and stylish, and the high-neck top can be worn either tucked-in or down and loose.
    — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
Definition of stylish
Adjective
  • Europe has long resisted air conditioning as noisy, an eyesore on architectural facades and unnecessary, as brutal summer heat has been relatively short-lived.
    — Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 2 July 2026
  • The advertisement paints an ominous portrait, featuring a man in dark lighting standing in front of images of noisy computer servers.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
Definition of noisy
Adjective
  • After so many dramatic and 11th-hour wins in the Round of 32, the World Cup's Round of 16 has much to live up to.
    — Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Such has been such a dramatic overhaul in the conference that the Heat at one moment can be viewed as contenders for the NBA Finals and at another the perception quite reasonably can be … right back in the play-in pool.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026
Definition of dramatic
Adjective
  • And sure, 200 may seem snazzier than 250, just as a 20th or 30th wedding anniversary often gets more attention than a 25th.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • Iconic songwriter Jimmy Jam folded his hands together for a snazzy shot.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
Definition of snazzy

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