iffy

adjective

if·​fy ˈi-fē 

1

: having many uncertain or unknown qualities or conditions

an iffy proposition

2

: of inconsistent or unreliable quality

iffiness noun

Examples of iffy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Still, Karlsson’s work in the defensive zone has been iffy (sound familiar), and a shaky performance in a 5-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday drew the ire of Sullivan. —Curtis Pashelka, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024

As a boxing match-style announcer intones some very iffy facts – 7’3 inches tall? —Greg Evans, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2024

Flaherty has been iffy, but has the ability to throw seven innings. —Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024

The rest of the performance continued without significant problems — aside from a few iffy notes, Loomis maintained her confidence and composure for the remainder of the song. —Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

if entry 1

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

iffy

adjective

if·​fy ˈif-ē 

1

: having many uncertain or unknown qualities or conditions

an iffy situation

2

: of inconsistent or unreliable quality

iffiness noun