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  • She thought the neon colors were tacky and outdated.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