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tacky

/ˈtæk.i/

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adjective

/ˈtæk.i/B2formal
  • ruОписывает что-то дешёвое, безвкусное или лишённое стиля и хорошего вкуса.

Describes something that is cheap, gaudy, or lacking in style and good taste.

  1. B2formal

    Describes a substance, like paint or glue, that is not fully dry and feels slightly sticky when touched.

    ruЛипкий

    • The paint is still tacky, so don't touch the wall.
    • Wait until the glue becomes tacky before pressing the pieces together.
    • The varnish remained tacky even after several hours.

    Synonymsadhesiveglueygummystickyviscid

    Antonymsdrynonadhesive

  2. Cheap and showyB1informal

    Describes something that is overly flashy or lacking in good taste, often appearing cheap or gaudy.

    ruБезвкусный

    • The decorations were so tacky, with too much glitter and plastic.
    • He wore a tacky gold suit to the party.
    • The souvenir shop was full of tacky items.

    Synonymsbrassycheapchintzyflashygarishgaudykitschymeretriciousshowytawdry

    Antonymsclassyelegantrefinedsophisticatedtasteful

Forms
  • tackier comparative form
  • tackiest superlative form
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