shady

ombreggiato

Riparato dalla luce diretta del sole, spesso grazie ad alberi o edifici.

In inglese semplice: Protected from direct sunlight, often by trees or buildings.

• We sat in a shady spot.
• The garden stays shady all afternoon.
• Is there a shady path through the park?

Sinonimi: shaded

Contrari: sunny

Espressioni comuni: shady spot, shady garden, shady path

losco, poco raccomandabile

Che sembra disonesto o coinvolto in attività scorrette o illegali.

In inglese semplice: Likely to be dishonest or involved in activities that are wrong or illegal.

• That dealer looks shady.
• She refused to join the shady business.
• Police investigated his shady financial dealings.

Sinonimi: dodgy, dishonest, suspicious, disreputable

Contrari: trustworthy, honest

Espressioni comuni: shady character, shady deal, shady business