Shadowy

/ˈʃædoʊi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Full of shadows; dark and dim.

The forest was shadowy, with sunlight barely penetrating through the thick canopy.

Not completely clear or well-defined; vague or indistinct.

He had a shadowy understanding of the situation, lacking crucial details.

Mysterious or secretive, often suggesting something sinister or hidden.

She received a shadowy phone call that left her feeling uneasy.

Characterized by a lack of clarity or transparency.

The corporation’s shadowy dealings raised suspicions among investors.

Middle English, from 'shadow' + '-y' indicating 'characterized by'.

shadowy dealings

dishonest or secretive actions.

shadowy figure

an indistinct or mysterious person.

into the shadows

to retreat from visibility or prominence.

shadow

a dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

shady

having an area of shade; also refers to something questionable or suspicious.

obscure

not discovered or known about; uncertain.

suspicious or untrustworthy activities.

Those shadowy deals are not something I want to get involved in.

someone who is not open about their intentions.

He is a bit shadowy, always keeping his plans under wraps.