2/2/09

Word of the Week: Meretricious

Meretricious

Definition:
1. alluring by a show of flashy or vulgar attractions; tawdry.
2. based on pretense, deception, or insincerity.
3. pertaining to or characteristic of a prostitute.

Sentence:
After being impeached, last week, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, was very meretricious during the press conference held outside of his home.

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