What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slyest
Example
He is the slyest person I know, always finding a way to get what he wants. [slyest: superlative form of sly]
Example
She gave me a sly smile before walking away, making me wonder what she was up to. [sly: adjective]
sneakiest
Example
He is the sneakiest person I know, always finding a way to get what he wants without anyone noticing. [sneakiest: superlative form of sneaky]
Example
She had a sneakiest look on her face when she told me she didn't know where my phone was. [sneaky: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sneaky is more commonly used than sly in everyday language. Sneaky is a more versatile word that can be used in various contexts, while sly is less common and may be considered more formal or literary.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between slyest and sneakiest?
While both sly and sneaky are informal words, sly may be considered more formal or literary due to its less common usage.
