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    Furtivement (en. Stealthily)

    [fyʁ.ti.v.mɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    In a hidden manner, without being seen.
    He furtively left the room to avoid being noticed.
    Il a furtivement quitté la pièce pour ne pas être remarqué.
    Acting with cunning or in secret.
    She furtively took the book from the table.
    Elle a furtivement pris le livre sur la table.
    In a way that avoids attracting attention.
    They furtively slipped into the crowd.
    Ils se sont furtivement glissés dans la foule.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'furtive', originating from the Latin 'furtivus', meaning 'stolen'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    advance furtively
    To move without being noticed.
    avancer furtivement
    look furtively
    To observe discreetly without being seen.
    regarder furtivement

    Related Words

    furtive
    One who acts in secrecy, without being perceived.
    furtif
    discretion
    Quality of someone who knows how to keep a secret.
    discrétion

    Slang Meanings

    In secret
    He left in secret to avoid getting scolded.
    Il est parti en cachette pour éviter de se faire gronder.
    Without someone's knowledge
    She furtively took the last cookie without anyone knowing.
    Elle a furtivement pris le dernier cookie à l'insu de tous.