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Taw­dry

[TAW-dree]

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Hint 1.

The word tawdry has surprisingly saintly roots — it began with St. Audrey’s lace, sold at fairs in her honor.

Hint 2.

Known for her modesty, St. Audrey would likely be displeased by what tawdry lace became — and what the word tawdry eventually came to represent.

What is the best definition of tawdry?

A.

Lacking in discernment, intelligence, or logic


B.

In poor taste aesthetically and morally


C.

Neat in appearance and manner


D.

Attention seeking or histrionic


Hint 1.

The word tawdry has surprisingly saintly roots — it began with St. Audrey’s lace, sold at fairs in her honor.

Hint 2.

Known for her modesty, St. Audrey would likely be displeased by what tawdry lace became — and what the word tawdry eventually came to represent.

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