Definition of Frippery
something that is showy or gaudy to the point of appearing silly or unnecessary
Examples of Frippery in a sentence
Skipping out on the frippery, the engaged couple decided to spend their money on a new home instead of a showy wedding. 🔊
The over spender spent her money on silly frippery instead of investing in her future. 🔊
Instead of buying practical clothing she could wear to work, Allison spent her money on expensive scarves and other frippery. 🔊
The king enjoyed spending his wealth on fun and frippery, often hiring jugglers and musicians for his own amusement. 🔊
My sister thinks that wearing gaudy jewelry is fashionable but I hate that kind of frippery. 🔊
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