shady

🇺🇸 /ˈʃeɪdi/ 🇬🇧 /ˈʃeɪdi/
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adjective
R

Protected from the sun's direct light by trees or buildings

We found a shady spot under the tree to rest.

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Providing shade from the sun

The large umbrella created a shady area on the beach.

R

Seeming dishonest or possibly illegal

He was involved in some shady business deals.

translation

adj. Protected from the sun's direct light by trees or buildings; Providing shade from the sun; Seeming dishonest or possibly illegal

Word Forms

Comparative shadier
Superlative shadiest