1. comparative form of flaky: more likely to break into small, thin pieces
2. comparative form of flaky: more unreliable or eccentric in behavior
Usage: informal

Examples

• The old paint became flakier as winter approached.
• This pastry is flakier than the one I made yesterday.
• The dried mud grew flakier in the hot sun.
• She’s been even flakier about keeping appointments lately.
• The croissant’s crust was flakier after proper lamination.
• His excuses are getting flakier each time he’s late.