tacky

• Describe algo de mal gusto, barato u ordinario, que carece de estilo o elegancia, o que resulta llamativo de manera vulgar o excesiva.

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.

   pegajoso

   • 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.

   Sinónimosadhesiveglueygummystickyviscid

   Antónimosdrynonadhesive

2. Cheap and showyB1informal

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

   De mal gusto y llamativo

   • 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.

   Sinónimosbrassycheapchintzyflashygarishgaudykitschymeretriciousshowytawdry

   Antónimosclassyelegantrefinedsophisticatedtasteful