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shady

1 of 1adjective
/ˈʃeɪdi/
Forms:shadier,shadiest
1

having a suspicious or dishonest quality

  • The shady deal offered by the contractor made everyone skeptical about its legitimacy.
  • Her shady past included a series of dubious financial transactions.
  • The shady circumstances surrounding the donation raised eyebrows among the community members.
  • He was known for his shady business practices, which often left clients in the dark.
  • The shady origins of the product led consumers to question its safety and efficacy.
Synonyms:
dodgymuddyfunnymurkyshadowyfishytaintedsuspicioussuspect
2

having limited sunlight, often due to obstruction from objects or clouds

  • The garden remained shady throughout the day because of the tall trees.
  • They sought relief from the hot sun under the shady canopy of the park.
  • The picnic area was pleasantly shady, providing a cool retreat on a sunny day.
  • Her favorite spot for reading was under the shady awning on the porch.
  • The path through the forest was cool and shady, sheltered from the midday sun.
Synonyms:
umbrageousshadowyshadowed