Dodgy

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Trustworthy?Play
Use 'dodgy' to express doubts about someone's honesty or integrity. SlideI wouldn't borrow money from him; he has a dodgy reputation.
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Colloquial CautionPlay
'Dodgy' is informal not typically used in formal writing or serious articles. SlideYou'd call a street market watch 'dodgy', not a defective product in a report.
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Hidden ProblemsPlay
Something 'dodgy' might appear fine at first glance but has hidden issues. SlideThe contract seems okay, but it might be a bit dodgy upon closer examination.