What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
subreptitiously
Example
He subreptitiously took the last cookie from the jar when no one was looking. [subreptitiously: adverb]
Example
The spy subreptitiously gathered information without arousing suspicion. [subreptitiously: adverb]
covertly
Example
The company was accused of covertly manipulating the market to gain an unfair advantage. [covertly: adverb]
Example
She covertly slipped the note into his pocket without anyone noticing. [covertly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Covertly is more commonly used than subreptitiously in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between subreptitiously and covertly?
Subreptitiously is typically associated with a more formal tone, while covertly is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels.
