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shadowy.

In shadow; darkened by shadows.

7 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/ˈʃæd.oʊ.i/General-American/ˈʃæd.əʊ.i/Received-Pronunciation
  1. In shadow; darkened by shadows.

    He sat in a shadowy corner.
  2. Dark, obscure.

    He was a shadowy man who rarely spoke.
  3. Vague, dim, unclear, faint.

    figuratively
  4. Indulging in fancies; daydreaming.

    dated · rare
Where this word comes from

From Middle English schadwy, schadowy, equivalent to shadow + -y.

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