lurking

[ˈlɜːkɪŋ]

lurking Definition

• 1. remaining hidden so as to wait in ambush
• 2. existing but not yet developed or manifest

Using lurking: Examples

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

• Example

  The police officer suspected that someone was lurking in the shadows.

• Example

  There is a sense of danger lurking in the dark alleyway.

• Example

  The virus may be lurking in your computer without you realizing it.

lurking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for lurking

• skulking
• creeping
• sneaking
• hiding
• loitering

Antonyms for lurking

• visible
• apparent
• overt

Phrases with lurking

• lurking suspicion

  a feeling of doubt or mistrust that is not openly expressed

  Example

  I have a lurking suspicion that he is not telling the truth.

• lurking danger

  a potential threat that is not immediately apparent

  Example

  There is a lurking danger in the use of social media that many people are not aware of.

• lurking presence

  an unseen or unnoticed entity that is present in a particular place

  Example

  There was a lurking presence in the old abandoned house.

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Summary: lurking in Brief

'Lurking' [ˈlɜːkɪŋ] describes something that is hidden, waiting to ambush or not yet developed. It can refer to a person or thing, like 'The police officer suspected that someone was lurking in the shadows.' 'Lurking' also extends to phrases like 'lurking suspicion,' indicating a feeling of doubt, and 'lurking danger,' referring to a potential threat that is not immediately apparent.