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dodgier

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "dodgier" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

dodgier

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

dodgier is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, dodgier is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofdodgier

1adjective
  • Evasive and shifty

    Example: "Asked why, a spokesman gave a dodgy answer about legal ramifications."

  • Unsound and unreliable

    Example: "Never listen to dodgy advice."

  • Dishonest

    Example: "I am sure you wouldn't want to be seen buying dodgy gear, would you? (stolen goods)."

  • Risky

    Example: "This is a slightly dodgy plan, because there is a lot that is being changed for this fix."

  • Deviant

    Example: "He's a dodgy Peeping Tom."

  • Uncomfortable and weird

    Example: "I'm feeling dodgy today, probably got the flu."

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