Schlocky

usgb/ˈʃlɑːki/
Adjective

Of low quality or cheap; lacking authenticity or value.

The schlocky horror movie relied on cheap special effects to scare the audience.
Visual representation of "schlocky" - Of low quality or cheap; lacking authenticity or value.

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Informal

schlocky film,schlocky romance,schlocky merchandise

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Colloquial Usage

In casual conversation, you might refer to a movie as 'schlocky' when discussing its lack of serious content or poor production quality.

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That film was so schlocky, I couldn't take it seriously.
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Value Judgments

Using 'schlocky' can imply personal bias against something perceived as low-quality or superficial.

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That book is just a schlocky romance novel.
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Cultural References

Be aware that 'schlocky' can also carry nostalgic value for some, often used humorously when discussing cult classics.

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The schlocky films of the 80s are beloved by many.
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