Answer: gilded

AnswerCrossword Clue
GILDED

Showy

GILDED

.. the lily: adorned unnecessarily

GILDED

Word before Age or cage

GILDED
Showy, in a way
GILDED
Like some lilies
GILDEDLike a proverbial lily
GILDEDOverlaid with gold
GILDEDGold-covered
GILDEDMade overly ornate
GILDEDTinged with gold.
GILDEDCage of song
GILDEDWhat some lilies are
GILDEDSuperficially attractive
GILDED... Age (1870-98 in U.S.)
GILDEDKind of cage
GILDEDPainted the lily
GILDEDEmbellished
GILDEDLike many minarets
GILDED... Age (late 19th century)