Dodgy

adjective

/ˈdɒdʒ.i/

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.adjectiveEvasive and shifty

"Asked why, a spokesman gave a dodgy answer about legal ramifications."

2.adjectiveUnsound and unreliable

"Never listen to dodgy advice."

3.adjectiveDishonest

"I am sure you wouldn't want to be seen buying dodgy gear, would you? (stolen goods)."

4.adjectiveRisky

"This is a slightly dodgy plan, because there is a lot that is being changed for this fix."

5.adjectiveDeviant

"He's a dodgy Peeping Tom."

6.adjectiveUncomfortable and weird

"I'm feeling dodgy today, probably got the flu."

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