Synonyms for Tricky
Definition of tricky
adjective
- not to be trusted; "how extraordinarily slippery a liar the camera is"- James Agee
- having concealed difficulty; "a catchy question"; "a tricky recipe to follow"
15 synonyms found
Writing tips for "tricky"
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"Tricky" in song lyrics
See how tricky is used in real songs:
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"I put the clips on quickly cause business is tricky"
Ant Banks f/ Bad N-Fluenz — Pimp Style Gangstas -
"Yo I'll admit life is tricky"
Classified — Specifications -
"To puffs was enough, to get me feeling tricky"
C-Murder — Staring at These Walls