Cadgy

/ˈkædʒi/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by cadging; inclined to beg or take advantage of others' generosity.

Etymology

From cadge + -y (adjective suffix). British colloquial formation.

Kelly Says

Cadgy is the perfect word for someone too smooth to call dishonest but too persistent to ignore—it's got that British wit where you can insult someone with a smile.

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