Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scammy

adjective
/ˈskæmi/
Definition
Describing something that is suspicious or likely to be a scam.
Examples
  • He received a scammy email claiming he had won a lottery.
  • Be cautious of scammy websites that ask for personal information.
  • That investment opportunity seems really scammy to me.
Meaning
The term ‘scammy’ is used to refer to actions, offers, or businesses that are deceptive or intended to trick people.
Synonyms
  • fraudulent
  • deceptive
  • dishonest
  • fake
  • phony