dodgy

/ˈdɒdʒi/

Definitions

1. adjective

unreliable, untrustworthy, or of questionable quality.

“The dodgy mechanic tried to sell me a used car with a broken engine.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is considered suspicious or untrustworthy.

“The police were investigating a dodgy character who was seen lurking around the neighborhood.”

3. verb

to make or become suspicious or untrustworthy.

“The company’s reputation was dodgy after the scandal broke out.”

Synonyms

  • shady
  • suspicious
  • untrustworthy

Antonyms

  • honest
  • reliable
  • trustworthy