Synonyms for

Shifty

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

Definition

tending to shift or change; unreliable or deceitful

Synonyms & similar words

shifting devious deceitful unreliable sneaky dishonest furtive cunning sly tricky evasive crafty untrustworthy slippery treacherous dodgy wily shady underhanded duplicitous devious shrewd

Example sentences

  1. The cat's shifty eyes made me think she was up to no good.
  2. I don't trust that shifty character in the corner.
  3. The politician had a shifty reputation for changing his stance on issues.
  4. The shifty weather made it hard to decide what to wear.
  5. The shifty employee was caught stealing from the company.

Quotes

  • "I'm shifty in my mind in terms of where I want to be." - Kieran Trippier
  • "The shifty-looking guy behind the counter asked me what I wanted." - Michael Ondaatje
  • "I am a shifty, miserable coward." - John Cleese

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