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Flaky
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Simple meaning
What does Flaky mean?
Thin and crumbly or unreliable.
Dictionary definition
Coming apart in thin pieces; also unreliable or odd in behavior.
Example sentences
Flaky in a sentence
easy
The pie crust was flaky.
medium
Dry skin can look flaky.
hard
A flaky plan may fall apart because it is not reliable.
Synonyms
Words like Flaky
crumblyBreaking into small pieces.
flakeRelated word that supports the meaning of flaky.
Antonyms
Opposite words
solidFirm and not crumbly.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flaky, depending on context.
Word family
Flaky word family
Base word
flaky
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does flaky mean?
Flaky means thin and crumbly or unreliable.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flaky?
Crumbly is close in meaning to flaky in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flaky?
Solid contrasts with flaky.
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