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stagy Definition

stagy (stā′jē)

adjective stag′i·er, stag′i·est

  1. of or characteristic of the stage; theatrical: usually in an unfavorable sense
  2. affected; not real stagy diction

stagy Related Forms

stag′i·ly adverb

stagy Synonyms

stagy

modif.

showy, thespian, dramatic, affected; see theatrical 1.

stagy Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

lady: Life with a stagy lady is never dull, for she possesses the art of turning the drab into the fancy.