The difference between Shady and Sketchy
When used as adjectives, shady means abounding in shades, whereas sketchy means roughly or hastily laid out.
check bellow for the other definitions of Shady and Sketchy
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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."
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Sketchy as an adjective:
Roughly or hastily laid out; intended for later refinement.
Examples:
"The first draft included a sketchy design."
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Sketchy as an adjective:
Resembling a comedy sketch, of sketch quality.
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Sketchy as an adjective (North America, slang):
Of questionable or doubtful quality.
Examples:
"The sketchy repair job did not look like it would hold."
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Sketchy as an adjective (North America, slang, of a person):
Suspected of taking part in illicit or dishonorable dealings.
Examples:
"Because he is so sketchy, I always think that he is up to something."
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Sketchy as an adjective (North America, slang, of a person):
Disturbing or unnerving, often in such a way that others may suspect them of intending physical or sexual harm or harassment.
Examples:
"Jack is so sketchy. I think he's stalking me."