No. 15,756 in German
zwielichtiger
"Zwielichtiger" means "dubious," "suspicious," or "shady" in English.
In a sentence
Die zwielichtiger Mann wurde von der Polizei beobachtet.
The shady man was observed by the police.
The word "zwielichtiger" here is used as an adjective describing the man as shady or suspicious.
Das zwielichtiger Geschäft hat viele Menschen verunsichert.
The shady business has left many people uneasy.
"Zwielichtiger" is utilized to describe the business, implying that it operates in a dubious or questionable manner.
Seine zwielichtiger Absichten wurden schnell offensichtlich.
His shady intentions quickly became apparent.
In this sentence, "zwielichtiger" refers to intentions, suggesting they are morally ambiguous or dishonest.
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