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iffy Synonyms

Another word for iffy

Choosing another word for iffy depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Full of uncertainty; doubtful, tentative, or unresolved.

Usage Example

"Our plans for an outdoor picnic this weekend are still a bit uncertain because of the weather forecast."

Strongest
uncertain
doubtful
dubious
Strong
up in the air
tentative
unsettled
touch-and-go

• adjective (Context 2)

Of questionable quality, reliability, or morality; somewhat suspicious orinferior.

Usage Example

"The mechanic warned that the car's brakes were looking pretty questionable and needed immediate replacement."

Strongest
questionable
dodgy
sketchy
Strong
shady
suspect
fishy
dicey
unreliable

Opposites of iffy

The opposite of iffy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

certain
reliable
definite
trustworthy
sure
sound
dependable
settled
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• Nearby Words

idyllic
idyllically
if
iffy
igloo
igneous
ignitable

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Iffy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/iffy
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