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kitsch

Pronunciation: /kɪtʃ/

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Definition of kitsch

noun

[mass noun]

art, objects, or design considered to be in poor taste because of excessive garishness or sentimentality, but sometimes appreciated in an ironic or knowing way:the lava lamp is a bizarre example of sixties kitsch

adjective

considered to be in poor taste but appreciated in an ironic or knowing way:the front room is stuffed with kitsch knick-knacks, little glass and gilt ornaments she offers kitsch interpretations of classic British dress, including a range of tartan mini-kilts

Derivatives

kitschiness
kitschy

Origin:

1920s: German

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