sneaky

[ˈsniːki]

sneaky Definition

• 1. behaving in a secret and sometimes dishonest or unpleasant way
• 2. done 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

Synonyms for sneaky

• deceitful
• sly
• underhanded
• cunning
• crafty

Antonyms for sneaky

• honest
• forthright
• aboveboard

Phrases with sneaky

• sneaky peak

  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.

• sneaky snake

  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.