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flaky
01
unreliable or inconsistent, often used to describe a person who frequently fails to follow through on commitments or behaves erratically
Example
The flaky employee left everyone scrambling to cover his responsibilities when he did n’t show up for work.
Despite his talent, his flaky nature prevented him from being taken seriously in the industry.
She found it frustrating to work with her flaky friend, who never showed up on time.
02
having a texture that easily breaks into small, thin layers or pieces
Example
The baked fish fillet had a flaky texture, easily falling apart with a fork.
The pie crust was perfectly flaky, providing a satisfying crunch with every bite.
The croissant had a flaky texture, with each layer delicately separating upon a gentle touch.
2.1
(of skin) characterized by the shedding or peeling of thin layers
Example
The flaky employee left everyone scrambling to cover his responsibilities when he didn’t show up for work.
Despite his talent, his flaky nature prevented him from being taken seriously in the industry.
She found it frustrating to work with her flaky friend, who never showed up on time.
Her flaky attitude made it difficult for the team to trust her with important tasks.
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