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tacky

The correct spelling is tacky.

How to pronounce tacky

adjective

IPA: /ˈtæki/

Say it like: Tak-ee

The correct spelling is tacky. 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.

Meanings

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.

noun

  1. 1.A scrubby, neglected horse.
  2. 2.A person in a similar condition.

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