dodgy

dodg-y · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    (British informal) Dishonest, suspicious, or not to be trusted.

  2. 2.

    (British informal) Of poor quality; likely to fail or cause problems.

  3. 3.

    (British informal) Risky or potentially dangerous.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    dodgy dealer — A dishonest or untrustworthy seller
  • •
    a bit dodgy — Somewhat suspicious or unreliable

Related words

Antonyms: reliable, sound, trustworthy
See also: dubious, suspicious, unreliable
Synonyms: dubious, shady, suspicious, unreliable

Etymology

From dodge + -y, implying something that might need to be dodged or avoided. Primarily British slang.