English · Nature & Environment
shady
/ˈʃeɪdi/
[/ˈʃeɪdi/]
protected from the sun; in the shade
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Sheltered from direct sunlight, so it is cooler and darker. It can also describe a person or activity that seems dishonest.
Example
We found a shady spot under the trees.
We found a shady spot under the trees.
Etymology
From 'shade' (Old English 'sceadu') plus '-y'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for cool, shaded places and, informally, for dishonest dealings.