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tacky

adjective

tastelessly showy

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
T
Ends with
Y
Contains
AC
Scrabble score
14
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈtæki

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. tastelessly showy

    “a flash car”

adjective

  1. (of a glutinous liquid such as paint) not completely dried and slightly sticky to the touch

    “tacky varnish”

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Example Sentences

a flash car
a flashy ring
garish colors
a gaudy costume
loud sport shirts
tacky varnish

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