Meaning & Definition of word "Fishy"
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Fishy
/ˈfɪʃi/
adjective:
- 1. Having a suspicious or dubious quality; not quite right.
- Example: The deal seemed fishy, so I decided to investigate further.
- 2. Having a strong or unpleasant smell of fish.
- Example: The old refrigerator had a fishy odor that permeated the kitchen.
- 3. Relating to or characteristic of fish.
- Example: The restaurant is known for its fishy dishes, offering a variety of seafood.
Etymology
Middle English, from fish + -y.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fishy business:
Illegal or suspicious activity.
something smells fishy:
Something seems wrong or suspicious.
fishy deal:
A deal that appears dishonest or skeptical.
Related Words
fish:
Aquatic animal; to catch (fish).
fisherman:
A person who catches fish.
fishing:
The activity of catching fish.
Slang Meanings of fishy
Meaning: Something that seems off or suspicious.
Example Sentence: That job offer sounds fishy; I think they want to scam you.
Meaning: Used to describe unreliable information.
Example Sentence: The news report was too fishy to believe.