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shady

/ˈʃeɪdi/ adjective B2
  1. Abounding in shades.
  2. Causing shade.
  3. Overspread with shade; sheltered from the glare of light or sultry heat.
  4. Not trustworthy; disreputable. (informal) · He is a shady character.

Comparative shadier · Superlative shadiest

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Shady fairies weave a house;
A Child's Garden of Verses, p. 21 · C1
To keep the shady parlour cool,
A Child's Garden of Verses, p. 21 · C1
“Let me at least reach a shady spot,” said Andrea.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 681 · C1

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