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Meaning of Sneaky
having or showing a cunning and secretive nature, typically in order to deceive or manipulate others
Etymology of Sneaky
The word "sneaky" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the verb "sneak", which is thought to have come from the Old English word "snīcan", meaning "to creep" or "to crawl"
The word has been used to describe behavior that is secretive, cunning, or deceitful, often in a way that is considered unfair or dishonest
Synonyms
stealthy
sneaky
furtive
covert
secretive
surreptitious
clandestine
stealth
underhanded
duplicitous
deceitful
cunning
crafty
sly
guileful
insidious
treacherous
traitorous
perfidious
dishonest
disingenuous
untrustworthy
underhand
conniving
manipulative
Machiavellian
duping
double-dealing
two-faced
hypocritical
unscrupulous
shady
shifty
slippery
evasive
elusive
dodgy
fishy
suspicious
dubious
questionable
unprincipled
corrupt
crooked
bent
dishonorable
infamous
notorious
disreputable
Definitions
- Having or showing a cunning and secretive nature, typically in order to deceive or manipulate others
- Doing something secretly or quietly, often in order to avoid being noticed or to achieve an unfair advantage
Usage Examples
- The sneaky thief stole the wallet from the tourist's pocket without being noticed
- She was accused of being sneaky and underhanded in her business dealings
- The company used sneaky marketing tactics to make their product seem more appealing than it really was
Antonyms
honest
trustworthy
straightforward
open
transparent
sincere
genuine
truthful
faithful
loyal
principled
honorable
upright
virtuous
moral
ethical
respectable
reputable
law-abiding
decent
straightforward
aboveboard
candid
frank
open-hearted
direct
blunt
truthful
reliable
dependable
faithful
steadfast
unwavering
unshakeable
uncompromising
unimpeachable