The difference between Shady and Sleazy
When used as adjectives, shady means abounding in shades, whereas sleazy means marked by low quality.
check bellow for the other definitions of Shady and Sleazy
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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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Sleazy as an adjective:
Marked by low quality; inferior; inadequate.
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Sleazy as an adjective:
raunchy or perverted in nature; tastelessly sexual
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Sleazy as an adjective:
untrustworthy
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Sleazy as an adjective (dated):
thin and flimsy