sneaky

[ˈsniːki]

sneaky Definition

  • 1behaving in a secret and sometimes dishonest or unpleasant way
  • 2done in a way that is not easily noticed

Using sneaky: Examples

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

  • Example

    He took a sneaky look at his watch.

  • Example

    She had a sneaky suspicion that he was lying.

  • Example

    The politician used sneaky tactics to win the election.

sneaky Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with sneaky

  • a quick, furtive look at something

    Example

    I took a sneaky peak at the presents before Christmas day.

  • sneaky pete

    an alcoholic drink made by mixing vodka with grapefruit juice

    Example

    I ordered a sneaky pete at the bar.

  • a person who behaves in a sly or deceitful way

    Example

    You can't trust him, he's a sneaky snake.

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Summary: sneaky in Brief

The adjective 'sneaky' [ˈsniːki] describes behavior that is secretive, dishonest, or unnoticeable. It can be used to describe people, actions, or things, as in 'The politician used sneaky tactics to win the election.' 'Sneaky' extends into phrases like 'sneaky peak,' which means a quick, furtive look at something, and 'sneaky pete,' which is an alcoholic drink made by mixing vodka with grapefruit juice.

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