Dicky

usgb/ˈdɪki/
adjective

Not functioning correctly or seeming unwell.

My car's engine has been a bit dicky lately.
Visual representation of "dicky" - Not functioning correctly or seeming unwell.

Often appears as...

  • dicky heart
  • dicky stomach

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Informal

Colloquial

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Health Status

Used to suggest that something is slightly sick or malfunctioning, but not completely broken.

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I'm feeling dicky today, might be that food from last night.
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Subtle Warning

Indicates a potential future problem; a hint that something might need attention.

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Watch out, the weather's looking a bit dicky, so take an umbrella.
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Not Serious

Conveys a minor issue, not to be overly worried about, often passing or temporary.

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My laptop's been dicky this morning, keeps freezing.
Visual representation of the word "Dicky"

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