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tacky

/ˈtæk.i/
adjective CEFR B1

Definition

Cheap, tasteless, or lacking style; also, slightly sticky (an unrelated sense).

Two unrelated meanings share this spelling — context always makes clear which is meant.

Synonyms

cheesy tasteless
Etymology From tack (a small nail) + -y, in an unrelated slang sense meaning 'shabby.'