shiftiness

Definition of Shiftiness in English :

the quality of being a slippery rascal

2. shiftiness

the quality of being changeable in direction

Example Sentences:
'the shiftiness of the wind caused the boat to veer unpredictably'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Shiftiness

adjectiveWord forms: shiftier or shiftiest

1.

given to evasions; artful

2.

furtive in character or appearance

3.

full of expedients; resourceful

adjectiveWord forms: ˈshiftier or ˈshiftiest

1. Rare

full of shifts or expedients; resourceful

2.

having or showing a tricky or deceitful nature; evasive

adj. shift·i·er, shift·i·est

1. Having, displaying, or suggestive of deceitful character; evasive or untrustworthy.

2. Distinguished by frequent changes in direction: shifty winds.

3. Able to accomplish what is needed; resourceful.