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tackiest

The correct spelling is tackiest.

How to pronounce tackiest

adjective

Say it like: Tak-ees-t

The correct spelling is tackiest. Of a substance, slightly sticky. For example: "This paint isn't dry yet; it's still a bit tacky."

Usage Examples

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

That market stall sells all sorts of tacky ornaments.

That was a tacky thing to say.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Of a substance, slightly sticky.
  2. 2.Of low quality.
  3. 3.In poor taste.
  4. 4.Gaudy or flashy.
  5. 5.Shabby, dowdy in one's appearance or dress.

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