Tricky

Pronunciation

• IPA: /tɹɪki/
• Rhymes: -ɪki

Full definition of tricky

Adjective

1. hard to deal with, complicatedThey were in a tricky situation.
• 2012, September 15, Amy Lawrence, Arsenal's Gervinho enjoys the joy of six against lowly Southampton, It was as comfortable an afternoon as Arsène Wenger could have wished for in a situation that can be tricky in between internationals and the upcoming Champions League.
2. adept at using deceptionA tricky salesman can sell anything.

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