5 letter words ending in ACKY

Here is the requested information on "jacky": 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: (1) a small, sturdy, and agile horse; (2) a sailor or seaman; (3) a nickname for someone named Jack or Jacqueline 3. Pronunciations: (US) /ˈdʒæki/; (UK) /ˈdʒæki/ 4. Origin and Usage: (1) The word "jacky" as a noun meaning a small horse is derived from the name "Jack," which was a common name for a horse in medieval times. The word was first recorded in the 16th century. (2) As a slang term for a sailor or seaman, "jacky" is thought to have originated in the 18th century and is possibly related to the use of "jack" to refer to a flag flown from a ship. (3) As a nickname for someone named Jack or Jacqueline, "jacky" has been in use since at least the 19th century. 5. Synonyms: (1) pony, cob, nag; (2) seafarer, mariner, sailor; (3) Jack, Jackie 6. Related Words: jacks, jacko, jacky 7. Example Sentences: - The children loved riding the jacky at the petting zoo. - The old sailor told tales of his adventures on the high seas with other jackies. - Jacky was excited to meet the new student with the same name as her.

Tacky Parts of Speech

Tacky is an adjective.

Definitions

Tacky means showing poor taste and quality, lacking style, or cheaply made. It can also refer to something that is sticky to the touch.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈtæki/

UK: /ˈtæki/

Origin and Usage

The word tacky originated in the United States in the mid-19th century and was originally used to describe something that was sticky or adhesive. Over time, the words meaning evolved to include a sense of poor taste or cheapness. Tacky is often used to describe things like clothing, decorations, or behavior that are considered tasteless or gaudy.

Synonyms

• cheap
• gaudy
• vulgar
• tasteless
• trashy

Related Words

• crass
• flaky
• gravy
• silly
• smoky

Example Sentences

• The decorations for the party were tacky and unattractive.
• She wore a tacky outfit that clashed with the other guests attire.
• The paint on the walls was still tacky to the touch, so they had to wait before hanging any pictures.

Parts of Speech: Adjective

Definitions: (1) amusingly or eccentrically unconventional or idiosyncratic, (2) crazy or insane

Pronunciations: (US: /ˈwæki/, UK: /ˈwaki/)

Origin and Usage: The word "wacky" originated from the English dialect word "whacky," meaning "foolish" or "crazy." It was first used in the late 19th century, and its usage has increased since the 1970s. It is commonly used to describe something that is amusingly unconventional or idiosyncratic. It is also used to describe something that is crazy or insane.

Synonyms: eccentric, unconventional, idiosyncratic, zany, quirky, kooky, nutty, insane, crazy

Related Words: whack, crack, tacky, jacky, snack

Example Sentences:

• She has a wacky sense of humor that always makes people laugh.
• The movie was a wacky comedy about a group of misfits who start a band.
• Hes got some wacky ideas about how to solve the worlds problems.
• The party was full of wacky characters dressed in crazy costumes.
• Shes a wacky artist who creates sculptures out of recycled materials.