Fishy Definition & Meaning
fishy
- adjective
- of or relating to or resembling fish; "the soup had a fishy smell"
- not as expected; "there was something fishy about the accident"; "up to some funny business"; "some definitely queer goings-on"; "a shady deal"; "her motives were suspect"; "suspicious behavior"
"Fishy" in song lyrics
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"Say somethin smellin fishy"
Esham — Any Style You Want -
"Nah you chickens are too fishy"
Ill Bill & DJ Muggs f/ Everlast, Slaine — Skull & Gunz -
"On his face, jeans, and sweaters something's fishy"
Jean Grae — Lovesong
Words that rhyme with fishy
Usage tips for "fishy"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does fishy mean?
- of or relating to or resembling fish; "the soup had a fishy smell" not as expected; "there was something fishy about the accident"; "up to some funny business"; "some definitely queer goings-on"; "a shady deal"; "her motives were suspect"; "suspicious behavior"
- What part of speech is fishy?
- Fishy is an adjective.
- How many definitions does fishy have?
- Fishy has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).