Shadily: meaning, definitions and examples
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shadily
[ ˈʃeɪdɪli ]
behaving suspiciously
In a shifty or deceitful manner, often associated with dishonest or unethical behavior. Refers to actions or behavior that is not to be trusted.
Synonyms
deceitfully, dubiously, suspiciously
Examples of usage
- She looked at him shadily, wondering what he was up to.
- The man eyed her shadily as he walked past, making her feel uneasy.
- He conducted his business shadily, always avoiding direct answers.
Translations
Translations of the word "shadily" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sombrio
🇮🇳 छायादार
🇩🇪 schattig
🇮🇩 teduh
🇺🇦 тіньовий
🇵🇱 cienisty
🇯🇵 陰気 (いんき)
🇫🇷 ombragé
🇪🇸 sombrío
🇹🇷 gölgeli
🇰🇷 그늘진
🇸🇦 مظلل
🇨🇿 stinný
🇸🇰 tienistý
🇨🇳 阴暗 (yīn'àn)
🇸🇮 senčen
🇮🇸 skuggalegur
🇰🇿 көлеңкелі
🇬🇪 ჩრდილიანი (chrdiliani)
🇦🇿 kölgəli
🇲🇽 sombrío
Etymology
The word 'shadily' comes from the adjective 'shady', which has been used since the 17th century to describe something dark, obscure, or morally questionable. It is derived from the Old English 'sceadu', meaning 'shade' or 'shadow'. Over time, 'shady' evolved to also describe people or activities that are suspicious or untrustworthy. The adverb 'shadily' is a natural extension of this, indicating an action or behavior done in a manner reminiscent of 'shady' characteristics.