Synonyms for

Iffy

Verb / ˈɪfi: / Another word for iffy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

uncertain, unsure, doubtful

Synonyms & similar words

flukey chancy fluky doubtful uncertain indecisive tentative unsure dubious questionable ambiguous equivocal vague hazy sketchy shaky unsettled unreliable speculative probable likely possible plausible

Example sentences

  1. I'm feeling iffy about taking this shortcut.
  2. The forecast for tomorrow is iffy, so bring an umbrella just in case.
  3. I'm iffy about trying the new restaurant in town.
  4. She had an iffy feeling about the situation and decided to leave.
  5. The results of the test were iffy, so we decided to retake it.

Quotes

  • The situation was iffy at best, but we had to make a decision.
  • Sometimes things are iffy, but we have to trust our instincts.
  • The future was iffy, but we had to keep moving forward.

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