Definitions
- Describing something that is suspicious or questionable. - Referring to a person or situation that seems unreliable or risky. - Talking about something that is not quite right or legitimate.
- Describing someone or something that cannot be relied upon or trusted. - Referring to a person or situation that is dishonest or deceitful. - Talking about something that is not credible or believable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of trustworthiness.
- 2Both words can be used to describe people or situations.
- 3Both words have negative connotations.
- 4Both words imply a sense of risk or danger.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Dodgy is more commonly used in British English, while untrustworthy is more common in American English.
- 2Connotation: Dodgy has a slightly less severe connotation than untrustworthy, which implies a greater degree of dishonesty.
- 3Scope: Untrustworthy is a broader term that can encompass a wider range of behaviors and situations than dodgy.
- 4Formality: Untrustworthy is more formal than dodgy, which is often used in casual conversation.
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Remember this!
Dodgy and untrustworthy are synonyms that describe a lack of trustworthiness. However, dodgy has a slightly less severe connotation and is more commonly used in British English, while untrustworthy is a broader term that is more formal and commonly used in American English.
