What it means
Used as an adjective meaning sketchy, dodgy, or not to be trusted. If a place, person, deal, or vibe is sketch, your gut’s basically tapping you on the shoulder saying don’t do it. It’s super common in casual talk, especially when you can’t be bothered giving a full explanation and just want your mates to back off.
Usage examples
"That guy offering cheap Leafs tickets outside the station is pretty sketch, buddy. Let’s bail and grab a double-double somewhere that’s not cursed."
"That diner on the corner stays open until four in the morning and the lighting is straight up sketch, but the pancakes are unreal."
"I tried that delivery app and the driver kept circling the block. Felt sketch enough that I cancelled and ordered from somewhere else."
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