imbellious

/ɪmˈbɛljəs, -ˈbɛl-/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking elegance or refinement in appearance or manner

“She found the hotel’s lobby to be rather embellious, with its tacky decorations.”

2. adjective

lacking beauty or attractiveness

“The city’s new skyscraper was initially criticized for being too embellious, but it has since become a popular landmark.”

Synonyms

  • gauche
  • tacky

Antonyms

  • elegant
  • refined