ˈflashē, -aash-, -aish-, -shi adjective
( -er/-est )
Etymology: in sense 1, from flash (IV) + -y; in other senses, from flash (I) & flash (II) + -y
1. now chiefly dialect : flat and watery : insipid
the heavy rains have brought on a crop of soft flashy grass that does not cure well
2. : momentarily dazzling : transitorily or superficially bright or pleasing
3. : fiery , impetuous
a flashy temper
4.
a. : superficially attractive : bright ; often : ostentatious or showy beyond the bounds of good taste
flashy manners
: gaudy
flashy dress
b. of an animal : noticeable by reason of excellent conformation and finish
a flashy boxer bitch
Synonyms: see gaudy