tacky

/ˈtæki/
🔵 Intermediate

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Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

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adjective

1. Of a substance, slightly sticky.

"This paint isn't dry yet; it's still a bit tacky."

tacky

/ˈtæki/
🔵 Intermediate

Word Statistics

Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

Analysis:

  • Common vocabulary word
  • Simple pronunciation
noun

1. A scrubby, neglected horse.

2. A person in a similar condition.

adjective

1. Of low quality.

"That market stall sells all sorts of tacky ornaments."

2. In poor taste.

"That was a tacky thing to say."

3. Gaudy or flashy.

Synonyms: flashy, garish, showy

4. Shabby, dowdy in one's appearance or dress.

Synonyms: dowdy

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