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tackiness

[ˈtæk.i.nəs]

tackiness Definition

  • 1the quality of being cheap, vulgar, or in poor taste
  • 2the state of being sticky to the touch

Using tackiness: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tackiness" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The tackiness of the decorations made the room look cheap.

  • Example

    The paint had a tackiness to it even after it dried.

  • Example

    The movie was criticized for its tackiness and lack of originality.

tackiness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for tackiness

Phrases with tackiness

  • a person who dresses or behaves in a way that is considered tasteless or inappropriate while on vacation

    Example

    The beach was full of tacky tourists wearing loud shirts and taking selfies.

  • a type of adhesive that dries clear and remains slightly sticky to the touch, often used in arts and crafts

    Example

    I used tacky glue to attach the sequins to my costume.

  • a type of adhesive putty that can be used to temporarily attach objects to surfaces without leaving residue

    Example

    I used tacky wax to hold the figurines in place on the cake.

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Summary: tackiness in Brief

Tackiness [ˈtæk.i.nəs] refers to the quality of being cheap, vulgar, or in poor taste, as well as the state of being sticky to the touch. It can be used to describe anything from decorations to movies. Examples include 'The tackiness of the decorations made the room look cheap.' and 'The paint had a tackiness to it even after it dried.' Phrases like 'tacky tourist' and 'tacky glue' also exist.