The difference between Chancy and Iffy

When used as adjectives, chancy means uncertain, risky, hazardous, whereas iffy means of dubious authenticity, legitimacy or legality.


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  1. Chancy as an adjective:

    uncertain, risky, hazardous

  2. Chancy as an adjective:

    subject to chance; random

  3. Chancy as an adjective (dated, colloquial):

    lucky; bringing good luck

  1. Iffy as an adjective (slang):

    Of dubious authenticity, legitimacy or legality.

    Examples:

    "He's selling new CD players for £20 each – that sounds a bit iffy to me."

  2. Iffy as an adjective:

    Uncertain or chancy.

    Examples:

    "The weather is still iffy for Saturday's shuttle launch."

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