sketchy /ˈskɛt͡ʃi/ adjective7 •Roughly or hastily laid out; intended for later refinement.The first draft included a sketchy design. •Not thorough or detailed.This is still in the design stage, so details are sketchy. — 2021 •(slang) Of questionable or doubtful quality.The sketchy repair job did not look like it would hold. •(slang) Suspected of taking part in illicit or dishonorable dealings.Because he is so sketchy, I always think that he is up to something. •(slang) Disturbing or unnerving, often in such a way that others may suspect them of intending physical or sexual harm or harassment.Jack is so sketchy. I think he's stalking me. •(Australia, slang) Disturbing, or indicating possible danger. •Resembling a comedy sketch, of sketch quality. formssketchier · sketchiest