Shifty/ˈʃɪfti/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Negative Connotations Indicates dishonesty or deceit without directly stating it. His shifty smile hinted at a hidden agenda. Pro Tip 2/3Visual Cues Often used to describe tell-tale signs in someone’s behavior or appearance. The way he kept glancing away gave him a shifty look. Pro Tip 3/3Informal Context Used in casual conversation but might be too informal for official documents. I wouldn't trust that shifty salesman with my money.