adj
iffy
IH-fee
Iffy (adj) means Uncertain, doubtful, or of questionable quality. Example: “The weather forecast for the weekend looks iffy.”
adj
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Uncertain, doubtful, or of questionable quality.
"The weather forecast for the weekend looks iffy."
"That leftover chicken smells a bit iffy — I wouldn't eat it."
How to use iffy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot quite trustworthy, reliable, or certain.
When to use it
Casual and conversational — not used in formal writing.
Common pairings
sound iffy
a bit iffy
iffy weather
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Word forms
- Comparative
- iffier
- Superlative
- iffiest
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Etymology
From if + -y.
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What does “iffy” mean?
The word “iffy” means uncertain, doubtful, or of questionable quality. In plain terms, not quite trustworthy, reliable, or certain.
How do you pronounce “iffy”?
“Iffy” is pronounced IH-fee (/ˈɪfi/ in IPA).
How do you use “iffy” in a sentence?
Here is “iffy” used in a sentence: “The weather forecast for the weekend looks iffy.”
What is another word for “iffy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “iffy” include dicey, dodgy, dubious, fishy, questionable and shady.
What is the opposite of “iffy”?
The opposite of “iffy” — its antonyms — are absolute, reliable and solid.
What part of speech is “iffy”?
“Iffy” is an adjective.
