Campy
Campy adjective - Providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities.
Outrageous and campy are semantically related. in absurd topic. In some cases you can use "Outrageous" instead an adjective "Campy".
Nearby Word: camper
Outrageous
Outrageous adjective - Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation.
Campy and outrageous are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Campy" instead an adjective "Outrageous".
Nearby Words: outrage, outrageously
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Elton John, certainly in The '70s, was known for colorful and outrageous (though more silly/campy than sinister) clothing, hats, eyeglasses and sunglasses, furry boas, and platform shoes with eight-inch heels.
Source: Freaky Fashion, Mild Mind
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