sneaking

[ˈsniːkɪŋ]

sneaking Definition

• 1. doing something secretly or without being seen
• 2. showing a lack of courage or confidence

Using sneaking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sneaking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was caught sneaking out of the house.

• Example

  She had a sneaking suspicion that he was lying.

• Example

  I have a sneaking feeling that something is not right.

sneaking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sneaking

• furtive
• sly
• stealthy
• underhanded

Antonyms for sneaking

• open
• honest
• courageous

Phrases with sneaking

• sneaking around

  moving around secretly or stealthily

  Example

  I saw him sneaking around the back of the building.

• sneaking suspicion

  a feeling that something is true, even though there is no evidence to support it

  Example

  I have a sneaking suspicion that she is not telling the truth.

• sneaking regard

  a secret or unacknowledged feeling of respect or admiration

  Example

  Despite his criticisms, I have a sneaking regard for his work.

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Summary: sneaking in Brief

The term 'sneaking' [ˈsniːkɪŋ] refers to doing something secretly or without being seen, or showing a lack of courage or confidence. It is often used in phrases like 'sneaking around' and 'sneaking suspicion,' which denote moving around secretly or having a feeling that something is true without evidence. 'Sneaking' can also be used to describe a secret or unacknowledged feeling of respect or admiration.