Definitions

Sorry, no definitions found. Check out and contribute to the discussion of this word!

Etymologies

Sorry, no etymologies found.

Support

Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word schlockiness.

Examples

  • But the consternating schlockiness of the CrossCabriolet makes me think again.

    A Nissan at CrossPurposes With Competence Dan Neil 2011

  • One of the many reasons I love Ebert is that he can watch schlock and appreciate it for its schlockiness.

    State of the Yendi, Friday edition yendi 2010

  • The revival is part paean to that supposedly intimate form of entertainment, part parody of the showbiz schlockiness that "lounge act" usually implies.

    It's A Naugahyde Thing 2008

  • I just finished the amazing The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay (review forthcoming), which isn't escapism but is about a "long underwear" comic literally called The Escapist (and makes a case for its poignancy and cultural impact despite its schlockiness).

    Archive 2008-01-04 Book Nerd 2008

  • I just finished the amazing The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay (review forthcoming), which isn't escapism but is about a "long underwear" comic literally called The Escapist (and makes a case for its poignancy and cultural impact despite its schlockiness).

    Reading habits, pre- and post- film age Book Nerd 2008

  • Obviously the man is very gifted technically, but the superficiality and schlockiness of his style put me off completely.

    Cheesy Broadcasting Corporation « BuzzMachine 2005

Comments

Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.