arcadey
/ɑɹˈkeɪdi/
Word Rarity
Very rare
Frequency: 0.00 in modern English
13
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
6
Unique Chars
Meaning
adj
Characteristic of an arcade game, generally focused on action rather than strategy or realism.
Informal
Example Sentences
- "Hewson maintains its high standards with this rootin', tootin', killin', maimin', shoot 'em up. Not to be missed by arcadey types."
- "GameAxis Unwired Fans of arcadey sports titles (like the ones I mentioned above) will be in heaven, as despite its cutesy trappings, Mario Strikers adheres pretty much to Midway's proven gonzo sports formula."
Etymology
From arcade + -y.
Word Breakdown
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /ɑɹˈkeɪdi/