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schlocky

17 synonyms for schlocky, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — (informal) Poorly made and cheap.

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1. adj

(informal) Poorly made and cheap.

2. adj

(informal) Cheap-looking and lacking good taste.

“Moreover, Drive Angry offers evidence that Cage hasn't recently been one-note in his performances so much as in his choice of schlocky material.”

Etymology

Formed from schlock and -y.

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