tackiness

noun

tack·i·ness ˈta-kē-nəs

Synonyms of tackiness

: the quality or state of being tacky

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Sometimes lemon bars can have a heavy sort of tackiness to them. — Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2026 Beyond its sheer tackiness, the event was saturated in conflicts of interest. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2026 The tackiness, the sticky folding chairs, the ugly basketball arena aesthetic. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026 Using a hybrid rubber compound, this grip delivers excellent tackiness and keeps your hands securely on the club. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tackiness

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1883, in the meaning defined above

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tackiness

noun

tack·i·ness ˈtak-ē-nəs

: the quality or state of being tacky

tackiness

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