fishy
adjective10 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.3
very fishy8.0
To emphasize that something is highly suspicious.
To express certainty that something is suspicious.
Indicates that something is only slightly suspicious.
Indicates that something is only slightly suspicious.
Refers to an unspecified situation or action that is suspicious.
seem fishy7.8
Implies a general feeling or impression that something is suspicious.
sound fishy7.6
Used when something you hear or read about seems suspicious.
look fishy7.5
Suggests that something appears suspicious based on visual evidence.
be fishy7.2
Indicates that a situation or statement is suspicious.
smell fishy6.9
Figuratively means that a situation strongly suggests dishonesty.