sneaky | ||
1. | [ adjective ] marked by deception | |
Synonyms: | underhanded underhand | |
Examples: | "achieved success in business only by underhand methods" |
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Related terms: | crooked | |
2. | [ adjective ] marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed | |
Synonyms: | furtive stealthy sneak skulking surreptitious lurking | |
Examples: | "a furtive manner" "a lurking prowler" "a sneak attack" "stealthy footsteps" "a surreptitious glance at his watch" "someone skulking in the shadows" |
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Related terms: | concealed | |
Similar spelling: |
sneak snaky snack sneezy snazzy snag Snook snick snake sneeze |