English dictionary
meretricious
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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like or relating to a prostitute
ExamplesMeretricious relationships.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Of or pertaining to prostitutes; having to do with harlots; lustful; as, <i>meretricious</i> traffic.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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tastelessly showy
ExamplesA meretricious yet stylish book.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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based on pretense; deceptively pleasing
ExamplesMeretricious praise.
A meretricious argument.
Source: WordNet 3.0