Definition

Describing something that is considered to be in poor taste, often because it is overly sentimental or gaudy, and is usually appreciated in a humorous or ironic way.

Example

The decorations at the party were the kitschiest I've ever seen, with bright colors and cheesy designs everywhere.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new movie everyone's talking about?

Yeah, it's the kitschiest film I've ever watched!

I know, right? I couldn't stop laughing at how over-the-top it was.

Exactly! It was so bad that it became good.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kitschiest → The word 'kitschiest' is derived from 'kitsch' (from German 'kitsch', meaning cheap or low-quality art) and the superlative suffix '-iest' (meaning most). The term 'kitschiest' refers to something that is the most kitsch, or the most gaudy and in poor taste.

Memory Tip

Think of 'kitsch' as something that is cheap or in poor taste, and remember that 'kitschiest' means the most of that quality.

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