gimcracks
Worthless showy objects
Gimcracks are cheap, showy objects of little use or value—the kind of flashy trinkets sold at tourist traps or cluttering novelty shops.
The word carries dismissive contempt: The shelves were loaded with gimcracks and souvenirs.
As an adjective, gimcrack describes anything flimsy or poorly made: gimcrack construction, gimcrack jewelry.
Vulgar or slightly sticky
garish · kitschy · schlocky · tasteless · cheesy · vulgar · loud · showy
Showy, worthless ornament
- knickknackSmall decorative object
- gewgawCheap showy ornament
- tchotchkeSmall decorative trifle
- curioOdd collectible item
ornament · figurine · bric-a-brac · doodad · whatnot · charm · pendant · bijou
For beauty, not function
- fripperyShowy, worthless adornment
- frillSuperfluous adornment
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
- adornmentDecorative addition or accessory
flourish · trimming · fancywork · filigree · frills · furbelow · flounce · accessory
Lacking significance or weight
- unnecessaryNot essential or required
- inessentialNot strictly necessary
- nonessentialNot required or needed
- superfluousExceeding what suffices
useless · pointless · impractical · whimsical · extravagant · indulgent · wasteful · silly
tacky
Vulgar or slightly sticky
flashy · garish · kitschy · schlocky · tasteless · cheesy · vulgar · loud · showy · ostentatious
bauble
Showy, worthless ornament
- knickknackSmall decorative object
- gewgawCheap showy ornament
- tchotchkeSmall decorative trifle
curio · ornament · figurine · bric-a-brac · doodad · whatnot · charm · pendant · bijou · token
ornamental
For beauty, not function
- fripperyShowy, worthless adornment
- frillSuperfluous adornment
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
adornment · flourish · trimming · fancywork · filigree · frills · furbelow · flounce · accessory · accent
trivial
Lacking significance or weight
- unnecessaryNot essential or required
- inessentialNot strictly necessary
- nonessentialNot required or needed
superfluous · useless · pointless · impractical · whimsical · extravagant · indulgent · wasteful · silly · frivolity
gimcrackstreasures
Prized possessions or valuables
valuables · heirlooms · antiques · collectibles · masterpieces
gimcracksfine craftsmanship
Skillful creation of objects
handcrafted goods · luxury items · durable goods · precision instruments · works of art