alluring by a show of flashy or vulgar attractions; tawdry.

based on pretense, deception, or insincerity.

pertaining to or characteristic of a prostitute.

adjective

genuine , real , undecorated , unembellished

adjective

blatant , bogus , brazen , chintzy , counterfeit , garish , glaring , insincere , loud , misleading , ornate , phony , plastic * , put-on , sham , showy , spurious , superficial , tawdry , tinsel , trashynotes:meretricious means of or pertaining to prostitutes - alluring by vulgar or flashy display - based on pretense or insincerity; meritorious means deserving reward or praise , brummagem , flashy , cheap , deceptive , gaudy , junky