Etymology: back-form. f. GLITZY
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the quality of appearing very attractive, exciting and impressive, in a way that is not always genuine
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the glitz and glamour of the music scene
Derived Word: ↑glitzy
Word Origin:
1970s (originally a North American usage): back-formation from glitzy; from ↑glitter, suggested by ↑ritzy, and perhaps also by German glitzerig ‘glittering’.
Example Bank:
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This was a glitzy, Hollywood-style occasion.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.