kicky

American  

[kik-ee] / ˈkɪk i /

adjective

Slang.

kickier, kickiest

1. pleasurably amusing or exciting.

   a kicky tune.

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Etymology

Origin of kicky

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

Example Sentences

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.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 23, 2023

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.

From New York Times • Mar. 9, 2023

Although set 50 years ago, writer-director Ozon’s kicky homage brings less modern-day insight and perspective to the overheated, overhauled proceedings than might be expected — or at least desired — of the out gay filmmaker.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2022

"Promising Young Woman" is full of surprises, and that is what makes this kicky film so delicious.

From Salon • Dec. 24, 2020

I played and played, entranced by the fluidity of her movements at the keyboard, her comical moues of concentration when picking out a particularly kicky little riff.

From Down and Out in the Magic Kingdom by Doctorow, Cory