英語

glitz

gb/ɡlˈɪts/ us/ɡlˈɪts/
B2 英語
語義
0件の語義
名詞 B2 property
1

glamorous showy attractiveness

bright glamour that looks exciting and expensive.

用法パターン: the glitz of [place/event]
よくある間違い:
Learners may confuse glitz (showy glamour) with glitter (small shiny pieces).
類義語
glamour (more general and often less critical than glitz.) | razzle-dazzle (emphasizes showy display meant to impress.) | flashiness (often suggests being too showy or tasteless.)
対義語
simplicity (lack of showiness or luxury.) | plainness (an unadorned, not glamorous appearance.)
コロケーション
Hollywood glitz |the glitz and glamour |media glitz |red-carpet glitz |celebrity glitz |the glitz of Las Vegas |a touch of glitz |add some glitz |full of glitz |pure glitz
テーマ
entertainment |fashion |media |lifestyle
例文
  • The awards ceremony was full of glitz, from the designer gowns to the camera flashes.
  • She enjoys the glitz of the city but prefers a quiet life at home.
  • The hotel offers five-star service without unnecessary glitz.
学習者向け例文
  • The party had lots of glitz.
  • I like the glitz of big concerts.
名詞 C1 abstract
2

superficial show without value

showy style that hides a lack of real quality.

用法パターン: [something] is all glitz (and no substance)
よくある間違い:
Glitz often carries a critical tone in this sense; it can imply something is shallow.
類義語
hype (focuses on exaggerated publicity rather than visual glamour.) | window dressing (emphasizes superficial additions meant to make something look better.) | façade (suggests a deceptive outward appearance.)
対義語
substance (real value, quality, or seriousness.) | depth (seriousness and meaning rather than surface appeal.)
コロケーション
all glitz |style over substance |more glitz than substance |marketing glitz |political glitz |empty glitz |surface glitz |glitz and hype |cheap glitz |pure glitz
テーマ
media |business |opinions
例文
  • The presentation had plenty of glitz, but it didn’t explain how the product actually worked.
  • Critics said the campaign was all glitz and no substance.
  • Behind the glitz of the launch event, the company was struggling financially.
学習者向け例文
  • The ad is glitz, not real information.
  • We want substance, not glitz.
動詞 informal C1 action
3

make something more glamorous

to make something look more glamorous.

用法パターン: glitz [something] (up)
よくある間違い:
As a verb, glitz is less common than the adjective glitzy; learners may prefer 'glam up' or 'dress up'.
類義語
glam up (very common informal alternative.) | dress up (more general; not necessarily glamorous.) | embellish (more formal; emphasizes adding decorative details.)
対義語
simplify (remove decoration or complexity.) | tone down (make less strong, bright, or showy.)
コロケーション
glitz up the room |glitz up the event |glitz up the set |glitz up a website |glitz up the menu |glitz up the campaign |glitz up the outfit |glitz up the lobby |glitz up the packaging |glitz up the show
テーマ
fashion |media |daily_life
例文
  • They tried to glitz the venue up with spotlights and a champagne bar.
  • The studio glitzed up the trailer to make the movie look more exciting.
  • We don’t need to glitz it up; the product speaks for itself.
学習者向け例文
  • They glitzed up the room for the party.
  • Don’t glitz it up too much.
名詞 C1 entity
4

shiny decorative sparkle

sparkly decoration that looks glamorous.

用法パターン: a bit/touch of glitz
よくある間違い:
This can overlap with glitter, but glitz usually suggests an overall glamorous look, not just particles.
類義語
sparkle (more neutral and less linked to luxury.) | glitter (more literal; often refers to small shiny pieces.) | bling (slang; often associated with flashy jewelry.)
対義語
understatement (a deliberate choice to avoid decoration or showiness.)
コロケーション
a touch of glitz |a bit of glitz |add glitz |stage glitz |costume glitz |Christmas glitz |gold glitz |sparkly glitz |decorative glitz |extra glitz
テーマ
fashion |design |entertainment
例文
  • She wanted a simple dress with just a touch of glitz at the neckline.
  • The costume designer added glitz with sequins and metallic fabric.
  • The new logo has more glitz, but it’s harder to read.
学習者向け例文
  • I want a touch of glitz on my jacket.
  • The dress has glitz on the sleeves.
文法
辞書形
glitz
IPA
GB/ɡlˈɪts/
US/ɡlˈɪts/
音節・強勢
glitz (1音節)
Stress on 1st syllable (glitz)
活用形
Noun
  • Base: glitz
  • Plural: glitz
関連語
Core family
glitzy adjective B2
Related words
glitter noun B2 glittery adjective
Advanced or less common
glitziness noun glitzily adverb
表現

all glitz and no substance

1
/ˈɔl ɡlˈɪts ˈænd nˈoʊ sˈʌbstəns/
fixed phrase

impressive style, little value

looks great, but is not really good or useful.

例文
  • The restaurant is all glitz and no substance—pretty plates, bland food.
  • He dismissed the proposal as all glitz and no substance.
  • The redesign feels like all glitz and no substance to longtime users.

glitz and glamour

1
/ɡlˈɪts ˈænd ɡlˈæmɚ/
fixed phrase

showy luxury and excitement

exciting, glamorous luxury.

例文
  • Tourists come for the glitz and glamour of the film festival.
  • Behind the glitz and glamour, the job involves long hours and pressure.
  • The magazine focuses on celebrity glitz and glamour.

glitz up

1
/ɡlˈɪts ˈʌp/
phrasal verb informal

make something more glamorous

to make something look more glamorous.

例文
  • They glitzed up the lobby for the holidays with lights and gold ribbons.
  • The network glitzed up the broadcast with extra graphics and music.
  • She glitzed up her old dress with a belt and earrings.

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