Glitz and Plainness

Opposite meaning words

Glitz noun - Excessive or unnecessary display.

Usage example: a nice dinner, but without all the glitz of fancily folded napkins and chichi finger bowls

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Plainness is an antonym for glitz.

Nearby Word: glitzy

Plainness noun - The free expression of one's true feelings and opinions.

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Glitz is an antonym for plainness.

Nearby Words: plain, plainly

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