NYT Dictionary

IFFY

/ˈɪfi/
AdjectiveIF-fyif-fy · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026

Meaning

Of dubious authenticity, legitimacy or legality.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From if + -y.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

dodgydubiousfishydiceyiffyquestionableshadyshonkysketchychancy

Antonyms

absolutereliablesolid

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 9 recorded puzzles:

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