What is the meaning of showily?

adverb

  • With ostentation; in an ostentatious manner.
    • usage: "Mr Khrushchev ostentatiously wooed and embraced Castro at the U. N. General assembly"
  • In a fancy colorful manner.
    • usage: "he dresses rather flamboyantly"
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