The difference between Dodgy and Shady

When used as adjectives, dodgy means evasive and shifty, whereas shady means abounding in shades.

check bellow for the other definitions of Dodgy and Shady

  1. Dodgy as an adjective (UK, Australian, NZ):

    evasive and shifty

    Examples:

    "Asked why, a spokesman gave a dodgy answer about legal ramifications."

  2. Dodgy as an adjective (UK, Australian, NZ):

    unsound and unreliable

    Examples:

    "Never listen to dodgy advice."

    "The dodgy old machine kept breaking down."

  3. Dodgy as an adjective:

    dishonest

    Examples:

    "The more money the better, because there is always that dodgy politician or corrupt official to bribe."

    "I am sure you wouldn't want to be seen buying dodgy gear, would you? (stolen goods)."

  4. Dodgy as an adjective:

    risky

    Examples:

    "This is a slightly dodgy plan, because there is a lot that is being changed for this fix."

  5. Dodgy as an adjective:

    deviant

    Examples:

    "He's a dodgy Peeping Tom."

  6. Dodgy as an adjective:

    uncomfortable and weird

    Examples:

    "The situation was right dodgy."

    "I'm feeling dodgy today, probably got the flu."

  1. Shady as an adjective:

    Abounding in shades.

  2. Shady as an adjective:

    Causing shade.

  3. Shady as an adjective:

    Overspread with shade; sheltered from the glare of light or sultry heat.

  4. Shady as an adjective (informal):

    Not trustworthy; disreputable.

    Examples:

    "He is a shady character."

  5. Shady as an adjective (UK, slang):

    Mean, cruel.

    Examples:

    "Don't be shady, give us a go."

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