Slithering

/ˈslɪð.ər.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

moving smoothly and quietly, typically in a winding or sinuous manner

The snake was slithering across the warm sand.

to slide or glide unsteadily or with difficulty

She watched the fish slithering through the water.

to move in a furtive or stealthy way

He was slithering out of the room to avoid the argument.

The word 'slithering' is derived from the Middle English word 'slitheren,' which means 'to glide or slide.'

slithering through

moving smoothly and quietly through a space.

slithering away

to leave or exit secretly and quietly.

slither

To move smoothly and quietly, often in a sneaky way.

slide

To move smoothly along a surface.

creep

To move slowly and carefully on the ground or a surface.

To sneak or move in a stealthy manner.

He was slithering around the office to avoid the boss.

To slink away from something.

She slithered out of the party when things got awkward.