tacky (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtæki/

Definition

Lacking style, good taste, or quality, often in a way that is gaudy or cheap.

Examples

• She felt the bright orange plastic jewelry looked a bit tacky for such a formal event.

• The souvenir shop was filled with tacky trinkets that no one would actually want to display.

• He regretted wearing that tacky sequined suit to the wedding.

Synonyms of tacky

Words with a similar meaning to tacky:

• cheap
• gaudy
• garish
• vulgar

Antonyms of tacky

Words with the opposite meaning to tacky:

• elegant
• classy

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