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flowery

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Adj — Decorated with or covered in flowers.

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How to use flowery

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"Flowery" language is usually a mild criticism — it suggests style over substance.

Etymology

From "flower" plus the adjectival suffix "-y."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flowery” mean?

The word “flowery” means decorated with or covered in flowers. In plain terms, either covered in flowers, or (about writing/speech) overdressed with fancy, elaborate language.

How do you pronounce “flowery”?

“Flowery” is pronounced FLOW-uh-ree (/ˈflaʊəɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “flowery” in a sentence?

Here is “flowery” used in a sentence: “The wallpaper had a bright, flowery pattern.”

What part of speech is “flowery”?

“Flowery” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “flowery” have?

“Flowery” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: decorated with or covered in flowers.

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