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Synonyms of sketchy

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Another word for sketchy is dubious. Other synonyms of sketchy are dicey, dodgy, seedy and shady.

Synonyms and similar words for sketchy

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Meaning of sketchy

  1. adjective Roughly or hastily laid out; intended for later refinement.
  2. adjective Not thorough or detailed.
  3. adjective Resembling a comedy sketch, of sketch quality.

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Questions about synonyms of sketchy

What is another word for sketchy?
Sketchy has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as dubious, dicey, dodgy, seedy and shady.
What does sketchy mean?
Sketchy means roughly or hastily laid out; intended for later refinement.

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