What does FLAKY mean?

Flaky Part of Speech

Adjective

Definition

1. Consisting of flakes or having a tendency to break into flakes. 2. (informal) Unreliable or erratic in behavior or performance.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈfleɪki/

UK: /ˈfleɪki/

Origin and Usage

The word "flaky" originated from the noun "flake," which means a small, thin, and flat piece of something. The adjective "flaky" was first used in the 18th century to describe something that was made up of flakes or had a tendency to break into flakes. In the 20th century, the word took on a new meaning in informal language to describe someone or something that is unreliable or erratic in behavior or performance.

Synonyms

1. Crumbly. 2. Fragile. 3. Unstable. 4. Erratic. 5. Unreliable.

Related Words

1. Flake. 2. Crust. 3. Scale. 4. Chalk. 5. Dusty.

Example Sentences

1. The pastry was flaky and delicious. 2. The paint on the old house was flaky and peeling. 3. Shes so flaky, I never know if shell show up or not. 4. The companys flaky performance is causing investors to worry. 5. The snow was so flaky that it didn stick together to make a snowball.