What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slither
Example
The snake slithered through the grass. [slither: verb]
Example
She slithered out of her tight dress. [slithered: past tense]
Example
The thief slithered away into the darkness. [slithered: past participle]
slink
Example
The cat slunk away from the scene of the crime. [slink: verb]
Example
He slunk into the room, hoping not to be noticed. [slunk: past tense]
Example
She felt like slinking away after making a mistake. [slinking: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Slink is less common than slither in everyday language. Slither is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts, while slink is more specific and often used in a negative context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between slither and slink?
Both slither and slink are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
