Suspicious Definition

suspicious
adjective
  1. openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
  2. 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"

"Suspicious" in song lyrics

See how suspicious is used in real songs:

  • "Steppin' out the Rover, ay, yeah, we look suspicious"
    Big Gemini — Time to Stack a Million
  • "Chevy Astro van's suspicious"
    Brotha Lynch Hung f/ First Degree, Polo, P-Folk — Heatas
  • "If you step, then I'm kept suspicious"
    Caltroit (Black Milk & Bishop Lamont) f/ Elzhi, Phat Kat — Goatit

Usage tips for "suspicious"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "suspicious" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for suspicious to find words that pair well.

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