Meaning & Definition of Sneaky in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Having or showing a sly or deceitful nature.

  Example Sentence: His sneaky behavior made everyone suspicious of his intentions.

• Definition: Done in a furtive way; clandestine.

  Example Sentence: She took a sneaky glance at the answers during the exam.

• Definition: Intended to deceive or mislead.

  Example Sentence: The sneaky advertising tactics were meant to trick consumers.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from the word 'sneak', meaning to move quietly or furtively.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• sneaky peek: A quick, secretive look at something.
• sneaky suspicion: A feeling that something is not quite right, often without solid evidence.

Translations

• Spanish: furtivo

• French: sournois

• German: heimlich

• Russian: утонченный

Related Words

• sneak: To move quietly or furtively.

• sneakiness: The quality of being sneaky.

Slang Meanings of sneaky

• Meaning: Sneaky link

  Example Sentence: A secret relationship or encounter.

• Meaning: Sneak attack

  Example Sentence: An unexpected or surprise attack.