adjective
definition
Of a substance, slightly sticky.
example
This paint isn't dry yet; it's still a bit tacky.
Examples of tacky in a Sentence
It appears to be the principal cause of stickiness or the " tacky " condition of some rubbers, which considerably depreciates their commercial value.
Sorry. Seems kinda tacky to bring it up.
Some shampoos are self-rinsing, which means they require no water rinse and will dry without feeling tacky, and there are even dry shampoos in powder form that can provide a quick refresher between full baths.
It's very important that you make sure the animated image you're using as a background image isn't terribly distracting or tacky, no matter where on your web page you decide to place it or how large it is.
Generally, including information about engagement gifts or registries may be considered tacky but it is up to the preferences of the families and their customs whether to include this or not.
I'm not a fan of Versace I think there stuff is really tacky.
While some people appreciate the convenience of knowing if the bride has registered for gifts at a specific store, others find including registry information on the invitation to be quite tacky.
The bombshell blonde always threw good dinner parties with fun themes; this theme had been Disco Night, complete with lava lamps, disco ball, tacky '70s music that still jammed out the open windows, and costumes for those who chose to wear them.
Some looked great dressed up, others just look tacky.
The tacky lawn ornament from the teaser is caught in the teeth of the scoop.
Otherwise they'll carry on churning out tacky souvenirs which you're bored with within the week.
I picked the " Travel " theme which is on the good side of slightly tacky.
Blue Hell - This level is decorated almost entirely in blue textures; this gives the level a rather tacky style.
The screen is pretty tacky too, themes & colors look washed out.
For me, Indian movies were a little loud and garish; quite tacky.
The most famous landmark was the Space Needle, of course, which in 1988 seemed altogether too tacky to go near.
A creamy or tacky feeling on your face indicates the foundation has not set.
Spray both sides which need to be stuck and allow the area to become tacky before fitting and applying pressure.
The tentacles will feel slightly tacky to the touch.
Don't be too fooled by the tag line for this, it makes it sound tacky.
Some polyester resins cure completely only in the absence of air, left exposed, they remain tacky indefinitely.
The city is all gold and crystal and ivory, but not vulgar or garish or tacky.
The theme for the evening was tacky tartan and this was well epitomized in the sartorial splendor of several of the company.
Otherwise they'll carry on churning out tacky souvenirs which you 're bored with within the week.
Some purists claim it 's tacky to garnish a Bloody Mary with a stalk of celery instead of the traditional swizzle stick.
There are some tacky resorts on every side of Mallorca.
Also, no tacky shops for the children to demand things from !
We do n't need tacky 21st century things in Scotland.
The Dome ended up as a tacky show best remembered for the smell of greasy hamburgers.
Do n't be too fooled by the tag line for this, it makes it sound tacky.
Teetering on the tacky side, this theme bar would be more at home in Disneyland than in the deep south.
When the mucus changes from a cloudy, tacky substance to a clear, slippery substance, you are nearing ovulation and at your most fertile.
A shirt that appears tacky probably is so.
Some players prefer a stickier ("tacky") grip, while others opt for smoother options.
In addition, virtually everyone loves these cards over getting a pair of slippers or a tacky tie they will not wear.
Instead, use some reusable, tacky wall adhesive made for posters and do a trial run.
The look of the 80s employed blue eye shadow in a tacky way, applied heavily and mostly in just one shade.
A base is slightly tacky in substance, but not so sticky that it feels uncomfortable or wet.
Yet, when done improperly, sparkly lipstick can look tacky or clash with an outfit or other makeup.
Allow the primer to dry for one minute before proceeding or else the primer will feel tacky and gummy.
However, you want to avoid touching the glue dots with your fingers, since the oil on your hands will make them less tacky.
Asking for a specific wedding gift is tacky.
That may sound tacky, but if you don't need stuff for your home, you can ask guests to bring food, and their favorite recipes to share with the bride and groom, as a unique wedding gift.
One reason many people resist a buffet is that it can seem tacky, or may create a melee for the food.
However, there's a wide variety of more subdued marine life forms that can add unique touches to a cake without making it look tacky.
Think the heart shape is a little tacky?
You may want to use some poster-hanging putty or other tacky item to affix the platters to the serving bowls and the boxes to the table.
Field called it "tacky," meaning the award, not Fonda.
With so many cartoons and sayings being tacky or stupid, a clever hunter or friend of a hunter may want to try making their own funny T shirt.
A man who sports too much jewelry looks tacky.