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dodgy Definition and Meaning in English (dodgy definition)

adjective
Synonyms:suspiciousunreliablequestionable
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Dodgy definition: Describing something or someone that is unreliable, suspicious, or potentially dangerous.

Definitions of Dodgy

  1. 1adjective(informal)

    Describing something or someone that is unreliable, suspicious, or potentially dangerous.

  2. 2adjective(informal)

    Referring to something that is of poor quality, not working correctly, or likely to fail.

Example Sentences

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“The car dealer seemed a bit dodgy, so I decided not to buy from him.”

casual

“I wouldn't trust that dodgy ladder; it looks like it could break at any moment.”

casual

“He made some dodgy investments and ended up losing a lot of money.”

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Dodgy definition: Describing something or someone that is unreliable, suspicious, or potentially dangerous.
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'Dodgy' translates to 'dodgy' in English. Dodgy definition: Describing something or someone that is unreliable, suspicious, or potentially dangerous.
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