CultureAugust 15, 2026

garish

GAIR-ish

Definition

Describes something that is excessively bright, showy, or elaborately decorated in a way that is often considered tasteless.

Etymology

Originating in the 16th century, the word likely comes from the Middle English 'gaure,' meaning to stare, implying a design intended to draw excessive attention.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the visual style of the film 'Nowhere,' highlighting its intense and over-the-top 1990s aesthetic.

The one thing that Gregg Araki thinks is missing from movies: “I want to open up a conversation”

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Far Out Magazine

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