ferrety

/fəˈreti/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a ferret, especially in being long and slender; having a ferret-like quality or behavior.

“The ferrety creature darted under the couch, causing the cat to chase after it.”

2. adjective

having or showing a playful and cunning nature, often in a way that is charming or amusing.

“The ferrety kid always managed to find new ways to get into mischief without getting caught.”

Synonyms

  • ferretlike
  • slippery

Antonyms

  • predictable
  • stodgy