bandboxical

/bænˌbɒksɪkəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

of or relating to bandboxes, especially in a musical sense describing an over-the-top performance

“Her bandboxical rendition of the opera left the audience in awe.”

2. noun

an extravagant, showy, or over-the-top performance, especially of music

“The critic accused the singer of delivering a bandboxical performance at the award ceremony.”

Synonyms

  • extravagant
  • flashy
  • ostentatious

Antonyms

  • subdued
  • understated