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kitsch
noun (uncountable)
  1. Art, decorative objects and other forms of representation of questionable artistic or aesthetic value; a representation that is excessively sentimental, overdone or vulgar.
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  1. Product of a creative process where the medium receives more attention than the substance.
  2. Symbol of identity or social status that is associate, associated with conformity, mediocrity or lack of originality.
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  • Italian: kitsch
  • Spanish: kitsch
adjective (comparative more kitscher, superlative most kitschest)
  1. Of art, decor, etc, of the nature of kitsch; of questionable aesthetic value; excessively sentimental, overdone or vulgar.
Translations: 
  • Spanish: kitsch
Etymology: From German Kitsch, from kitschen "to coat, to smear (dialectal)".

     
 
  

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