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shifty Synonyms

Another word for shifty

Choosing another word for shifty depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Appearing deceitful, evasive, or untrustworthy, especially in manner or expression.

Usage Example

"The shopkeeper grew suspicious when the customer gave a devious glance toward the cash register."

Strongest
devious
evasive
Strong
underhanded
untrustworthy
deceitful
shady
duplicitous
slippery
furtive
sneaky

• adjective (Context 2)

Changing direction or position frequently and unpredictably (especially of wind, currents, or loose terrain).

Usage Example

"Sailing through the narrow strait was difficult because of the changeable winds."

Strongest
changeable
Strong
variable
erratic
unsteady
fluctuating
fickle

Opposites of shifty

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

trustworthy
steady
honest
constant
forthright
stable
candid
sincere
See all opposites of shifty

• Nearby Words

shiftless
shiftlessness
shiftwork
shifty
shiitake
shikra
shill

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