subreptitiously

[ˌsʌbrɛpˈtɪʃəsli]

subreptitiously Definition

in a way that is kept secret or done without being noticed.

Using subreptitiously: Examples

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

  • Example

    He subreptitiously took the last cookie from the jar.

  • Example

    The spy subreptitiously gathered information about the enemy's plans.

  • Example

    She subreptitiously glanced at her phone during the meeting.

subreptitiously Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for subreptitiously

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Summary: subreptitiously in Brief

The adverb 'subreptitiously' [ˌsʌbrɛpˈtɪʃəsli] means secretly or without being noticed. It is often used to describe actions that are covert or furtive, such as 'He subreptitiously took the last cookie from the jar.'