kicky

[kik-ee]

adjective

Slang.

kickier, kickiest 

1. pleasurably amusing or exciting.

   a kicky tune.

Word History and Origins

Origin of kicky¹

First recorded in 1780–90; kick + -y ¹

Example Sentences

“Go easy with the salt, since the feta itself is salty as can be. But be brave with the black pepper — floral and kicky, it’s a wonderful match for spring fruit.”

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In this photo, Cailee Spaeny as Priscilla wears a quintessential 1960s ensemble: you know, without even seeing the hem, that this kicky lace dress is a mini.

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Christopher McGowan, known as Kicky, was a familiar face to the police in Stirling, picking up his first conviction, for a breach of the peace in 2009, aged just 14.

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Quant, who died April 13 at her home in Surrey, England, at the age of 93, was a fashion designer whose playful short dresses, kicky boots and colorful berets were staples of Swinging ’60s London.

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The black and midnight blue costumes by Soutra Gilmour and Enver Chakartash might be worn on 44th Street today, with Chastain in knitwear and kicky zip boots.

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