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tacky

/tæki/ adjective · British & US
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What does tacky mean?

adjective

Having a poor taste or style, often gaudy or showy. Used to describe something that is considered to be in poor taste or lacking in refinement.

Example

"The tacky decorations on the party wall clashed with the elegant furniture."

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