Gaud and Trumpery

Gaud

Gaud noun - A small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest.
Usage example: some tacky little gaud that they had picked up at a souvenir stand at an amusement park
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Synonyms for Gaud

Trumpery and gaud are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Trumpery" instead a noun "Gaud".

Nearby Words: gaudy, gaudily

Trumpery

Trumpery noun - Language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense.

Gaud and trumpery are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gaud" instead a noun "Trumpery".

Nearby Word: trump
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Trumpery and Gaud. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 03, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/gaud/trumpery
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