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shifty Definition and Meaning in English (shifty definition)

adjective
Synonyms:deceitfulevasiveuntrustworthy
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Shifty definition: Having a deceitful, evasive, or untrustworthy character or appearance, often suggesting a lack of honesty.

Definitions of Shifty

  1. 1adjective(informal)

    Having a deceitful, evasive, or untrustworthy character or appearance, often suggesting a lack of honesty.

Example Sentences

“His shifty eyes made me doubt his story.”

“She gave him a shifty look before quickly leaving the room.”

“I don't trust that shifty salesman.”

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nounshiftiness
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Shifty definition: Having a deceitful, evasive, or untrustworthy character or appearance, often suggesting a lack of honesty.
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'Shifty' translates to 'shifty' in English. Shifty definition: Having a deceitful, evasive, or untrustworthy character or appearance, often suggesting a lack of honesty.
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