Adjective | Uncertainty / Risk
Encyclopedia of British Slang
IFFY
Adjective | Neutral | Uncertainty / Risk
IFFY Pronunciation: /’?f-i/ Part of Speech: Adjective Severity Level: Neutral Category: Uncertainty / Risk
Core Definition
Iffy means:
Doubtful
Uncertain
Possibly unreliable
Linguistic Origins
Derived from if.
Entered slang in the early 20th century.
Usage Contexts
Decision:
Bit iffy.
Weather:
Looks iffy.
Final Assessment
Iffy captures hesitant uncertainty.
Lightly.
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