Meaning of the word flowery in English

What does flowery mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flowery

US /ˈflaʊ.ɚ.i/
UK /ˈflaʊ.ə.ri/
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Adjective

1.

covered or decorated with flowers

Example:
She wore a beautiful flowery dress to the party.
The garden was full of flowery bushes.
2.

using or containing too many elaborate or unusual words or phrases

Example:
His speech was too flowery and hard to understand.
She disliked his flowery language in the letter.