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dodgy

1 of 1adjective
/ˈdɑdʒi/
Forms:dodgier,dodgiest
1

not trustworthy or reliable

  • I don't trust him; he seems a bit dodgy with his evasive answers.
  • The salesman's dodgy demeanor made me hesitant to make a purchase.
  • His dodgy reputation preceded him, causing many to steer clear of his business dealings.
  • The stranger's dodgy behavior in the alley raised alarm bells in my mind.
2

involving danger, risk, or uncertainty