Main Entry: tricky

Pronunciation: \ˈtri-kē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): trick·i·er; trick·i·est

Date: 1786

1 : inclined to or marked by trickery
2 a : giving a deceptive impression of easiness, simplicity, or order : ticklish <a tricky path through the swamp> b : trick 3
3 : requiring skill, knack, or caution (as in doing or handling) : difficult <a tricky problem>; also : ingenious <a tricky rhythm>

synonyms see sly

— trick·i·ly \ˈtri-kə-lē\ adverb

— trick·i·ness \ˈtri-kē-nəs\ noun