Definition

More difficult to deal with or understand than something else.

Example

The new puzzle is tricksier than the last one we solved.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I thought the puzzle would be easy, but it's actually a bit tricksier than I expected.

Really? I thought it looked straightforward at first glance.

Yeah, I guess it has some hidden challenges that make it tricky.

Sounds like we need to work on it together to figure it out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tricksier → It is formed from "trick" (from Middle English *trik*, meaning a cunning or deceitful act) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "tricksier" means more cunning or deceitful than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'trick' as a cunning act, and when something is 'tricksier', it means it is more cunning or deceitful than usual.

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