Meaning & Definition of word "Tacky"
Tacky
/ˈtæki/
adjective:
- 1. Lacking in style or good taste; gaudy or cheap.
- Example: The decorations for the party were so tacky that no one wanted to stay.
- 2. Adhesive or sticky; not fully dry or set.
- Example: The paint was still tacky, so we had to be careful not to touch it.
- 3. In bad taste; marked by a lack of refinement.
- Example: His tacky outfit made him the subject of ridicule at the formal event.
Etymology
●The word 'tacky' originally referred to a tacky cloth or material; it is possibly derived from 'tack', which means to attach or hold something in place.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tacky tourism:
Travel practices that exhibit bad taste or lack of authenticity.
tacky gift:
A present considered to be of poor quality or in bad taste.
tacky behavior:
Conduct that is overly showy or inappropriate.
Related Words
tackiness:
The quality of being tacky, in terms of poor taste or stickiness.
tackily:
In a tacky manner; poorly or in bad taste.
Slang Meanings of tacky
Meaning: Overly showy or cheap styling.
● Example Sentence: Those neon colors are just so tacky, who would wear that?
Meaning: Something that is not cool or impressive.
● Example Sentence: That new movie was a bit tacky, I expected better.