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Word entry · 5 letters

tacky

Best crossword clue

"In bad taste"

5 letters · collected on this word page

5 lettersPronunciation /ˈtæki/Part of speech adjectiveSorted acktyStarts with TEnds with Y2 cluesCommon crossword word
1T2A3C4K5Y

Definitions

  1. Showy, cheap-looking, or lacking good taste.

Word origin

From tack + -y.

Used in a sentence

  • 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.

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Used as a crossword answer2 curated clues

01In bad taste5 letters
02In poor taste5 letters

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