The difference between Shady and Suspicious

When used as adjectives, shady means abounding in shades, whereas suspicious means arousing suspicion.


check bellow for the other definitions of Shady and Suspicious

  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."

  1. Suspicious as an adjective (passive sense):

    Arousing suspicion.

    Examples:

    "His suspicious behaviour brought him to the attention of the police."

  2. Suspicious as an adjective (active sense):

    Distrustful or tending to suspect.

    Examples:

    "I have a suspicious attitude to get-rich-quick schemes."

  3. Suspicious as an adjective:

    Expressing suspicion

    Examples:

    "She gave me a suspicious look."

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