tackiness

noun

tack·​i·​ness ˈta-kē-nəs How to pronounce tackiness (audio)
Synonyms of tackinessnext
: the quality or state of being tacky

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Beyond its sheer tackiness, the event was saturated in conflicts of interest. Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 June 2026 And because much of the year in Japan is hot and humid, these formulas are often exceptionally lightweight, melting seamlessly into skin without leaving behind the tackiness or chalkiness associated with traditional SPF. Iman Balagam, Vogue, 5 June 2026 Sometimes lemon bars can have a heavy sort of tackiness to them. Emily Elias, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 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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First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of tackiness was in 1883

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“Tackiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tackiness. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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tackiness

noun
tack·​i·​ness ˈtak-ē-nəs How to pronounce tackiness (audio)
: the quality or state of being tacky

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