louche

(adjective, verb)

adjective

1. of questionable taste or morality; decadent.

- a louche nightclub

- the louche world of the theater

Similar word(s): disreputable

2. not reputable or decent.

verb

1. (intransitive, alcoholic beverages) To become cloudy when mixed with water, due to the presence of anethole. This is known as the ouzo effect.