Shifty

usgb/ˈʃɪfti/
adjective

Someone who is hard to trust or seems suspicious.

The shifty character in the corner of the bar was watching everyone closely.
Visual representation of "shifty" - Someone who is hard to trust or seems suspicious.

Often appears as...

  • shifty character
  • shifty eyes

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotations

Indicates dishonesty or deceit without directly stating it.

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His shifty smile hinted at a hidden agenda.
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Visual Cues

Often used to describe tell-tale signs in someone’s behavior or appearance.

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The way he kept glancing away gave him a shifty look.
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Informal Context

Used in casual conversation but might be too informal for official documents.

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I wouldn't trust that shifty salesman with my money.
Visual representation of the word "Shifty"

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