Definition of Trumpery

something that is showy (looks good) but is really worthless

Examples of Trumpery in a sentence

The coins were trumpery, looking as if they were gold but were actually worthless.  🔊

The trumpery inside the trunk wasn’t valuable but it was good for decoration.  🔊

Putting on the gaudy necklace, the woman hoped that the trumpery would pass for real jewels.  🔊

Trumpery covered the antique shop, most of it showy and interesting looking but of no value.  🔊

Grandma’s trumpery filled her china cabinet, beautiful yet worth very little.  🔊

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