The difference between Dubious and Shady
When used as adjectives, dubious means arousing doubt, whereas shady means abounding in shades.
check bellow for the other definitions of Dubious and Shady
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Dubious as an adjective:
Arousing doubt; questionable; open to suspicion.
Examples:
"After he made some dubious claims about the company, fewer people trusted him."
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Dubious as an adjective:
In disbelief; wavering, uncertain, or hesitating in opinion; inclined to doubt; undecided.
Examples:
"She was dubious about my plan at first, but later I managed to persuade her to cooperate."
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Shady as an adjective:
Abounding in shades.
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Shady as an adjective:
Causing shade.
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Shady as an adjective:
Overspread with shade; sheltered from the glare of light or sultry heat.
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Shady as an adjective (informal):
Not trustworthy; disreputable.
Examples:
"He is a shady character."
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Shady as an adjective (UK, slang):
Mean, cruel.
Examples:
"Don't be shady, give us a go."