sneak

/siːk/ or /sneɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to move quietly or secretly in order not to be noticed

“She tried to sneak into the movie without paying.”

2. verb

to take or do something secretly or without permission

“He sneaked a peek at his phone during the meeting.”

3. noun

a quick, quiet movement, especially in order to escape notice

“The sneak of the cat through the shadows was almost silent.”

4. noun

a hidden or unexpected advantage

“The team’s sneaks in the previous match gave them the edge they needed.”

Synonyms

  • lurk
  • slip
  • slouch

Antonyms

  • disclose
  • reveal