Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tacky
adjective
/ˈtaki/
Definition
lacking style or good taste; overly showy or gaudy.
Examples
- The cheap decorations at the party were quite tacky.
- She thought the neon colors were tacky and outdated.
- His tacky jokes didn’t impress anyone at the dinner.
Meaning
Tacky refers to something that is considered to be of lower quality, lacking elegance, or not in good taste.
Synonyms
- Showy
- Gaudy
- Vulgar
- Chintzy
- Cheap
