KICKY Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

kicky

adjective

ˈki-kē

Definition of kicky

as in exciting

causing great emotional or mental stimulation needing one last kicky experience in my life, I decided to try bungee jumping

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Recent Examples of kicky Yes, this might be a strange starting point for an article about a kicky new romantic comedy bound for Netflix, but stay with it. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 19 May 2026 First with a campy animation going back in time and then a somehow even campier song-and-dance routine going forward, Impacciatore and the talented dancers brought the eras to life with kicky dance routines and hilariously exaggerated period costumes (the 1980s polyester ski suits were on point). — Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026 The flavors built on one another, a kicky sip that finished smooth and well-structured. — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025 These jackets were contrasted with kicky pleated skirts. — Blue Carreon, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kicky

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Adjective

The exciting duo of quarterback Braden Atkinson and Heisman Trophy hopeful wide receiver Jesse Legree leads the Beavers.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026
Properties are primarily based in cities, and Mallorca feels like a fresh and exciting new arm to its impressive portfolio, which now spans 46 hotels as well as private residences.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of exciting

Adjective

Kentucky Most of the attention today will go to Miami-Notre Dame and the Holy War, which makes Kentucky the most interesting spot on the board.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
For fall to winter, the trick is to introduce heavier textures, interesting proportions, and accessories that feel decidedly more 2026 than 2006.

— Georgia Brown, Glamour, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of interesting

Adjective

The centrepiece of the archaeological site is a massive rock which is more than 20 feet long and features an intriguing engraving of a powerful being.

— James Rampton, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
Touches of surrealism—or even magic—in author-illustrator Jimmy Liao’s detailed artwork add intriguing layers to the story.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of intriguing

Adjective

What starts as a thrilling hustle exposes just how many guns are hiding inside the homes of their seemingly safe community.

— Marta Balaga, Variety, 5 Nov. 2026
This architectural paradigm, which has directly informed the biennial via its Urban Visions, was initially a thrilling break from corporate postmodernism.

— Kristian Vistrup Madsen, Artforum, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of thrilling

Adjective

As the state’s Latino population grew and their political power eventually did too, the days when such a victory would have been an inspiring surprise are long gone.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
That should be commended, but the win should also be inspiring, and something the Dolphins labor to build on.

— Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of inspiring

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