Dodgy

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈdÉ’dÊ’.i/
• Rhymes: -É’dÊ’i

Origin

dodge + -y. Derived from the verb dodge. First used in mid-19th century England.

Full definition of dodgy

Adjective

1. (UK, Australian, NZ) evasive and shiftyAsked why, a spokesman gave a dodgy answer about legal ramifications.
2. (UK, Australian, NZ) unsound and unreliableNever listen to dodgy advice.The dodgy old machine kept breaking down.
3. dishonestThe more money the better, because there is always that dodgy politician or corrupt official to bribe.I am sure you wouldn't want to be seen buying dodgy gear, would you? (stolen goods).
4. riskyThis is a slightly dodgy plan, because there is a lot that is being changed for this fix.
5. deviantHe's a dodgy Peeping Tom.
6. uncomfortable and weirdThe situation was right dodgy.I'm feeling dodgy today, probably got the flu.

Synonyms

• (unsound and unreliable) shaky
• (risky) chancy, risky

Anagrams

• Goddy