Camp (Adjective)
Meaning
Providing sophisticated amusement by virtue of having artificially (and vulgarly) mannered or banal or sentimental qualities; "they played up the silliness of their roles for camp effect"; "campy Hollywood musicals of the 1940's".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The actress's over-the-top performance was so camp that it stole the show.
- The camp aesthetic of the fashion designer's latest collection was both garish and intriguing.
- The retro diner's camp decor, complete with neon lights and chrome accents, added to its kitschy charm.
- The movie's camp value lies in its unintentionally humorous portrayal of the villain's dramatic monologues.
- The pop star's camp music video, featuring plenty of sparkles and dance moves, was a delight to watch.