Synonyms for

Dicky

Verb / ˈdɪki: / Another word for dicky — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dicky is a slang term used to describe something that is not functioning properly or is of poor quality.

Synonyms & similar words

dickey dickieseat dickyseat dickeyseat shirtfront dickie faulty defective broken flawed imperfect substandard inferior crummy shoddy inoperative malfunctioning faulty defective broken flawed imperfect

Example sentences

  1. The TV remote is dicky and only works sometimes.
  2. The dicky lock on the door is easy to break.
  3. His dicky bicycle tire kept going flat.
  4. The dicky faucet in the kitchen leaks.
  5. The dicky computer crashed and lost all my work.

Quotes

  • A dicky umbrella won't protect you from the rain. - Unknown
  • Sometimes things can be a bit dicky, but that doesn't mean they're not worth fighting for. - John Marsden
  • Don't buy that dicky car, it will only cause you trouble. - Anonymous

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