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Synonyms & Similar Words
sneaky
covert
furtive
secretive
surreptitious
clandestine
stealth
hidden
concealed
veiled
disguised
camouflaged
deceptive
cunning
crafty
sly
underhanded
treacherous
duplicitous
double-dealing
perfidious
traitorous
insidious
underhand
unobtrusive
inconspicuous
unnoticeable
unnoticed
unseen
unheard
mysterious
enigmatic
ambiguous
obscure
vague
indistinct
faint
imperceptible
invisible
Meaning of Stealthy
Having or showing the ability to move or act quietly and secretly, so as not to be noticed.
Definitions
- Having or showing the ability to move or act quietly and secretly, so as not to be noticed
- * Intended to be unnoticed or to avoid detection
Etymology of Stealthy
The word "stealthy" comes from the Old English word "stælth", which is also the source of the Modern English word "steal", and is related to the Old Norse word "stalth", meaning "theft" or "stealing"
Historically, the term has been used to describe covert or secretive actions, often with connotations of dishonesty or deceit
Example Uses
- The stealthy cat crept up on its prey, pouncing quickly and silently
- * The spy moved stealthily through the shadows, avoiding detection by the enemy
- * The company's stealthy marketing campaign caught competitors off guard, giving them a significant advantage
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
obvious
conspicuous
noticeable
visible
heard
seen
evident
apparent
clear
transparent
overt
blatant
flagrant
brazen
shameless
impudent
audacious
bold
forthright
straightforward
honest
open
aboveboard
transparent
unmistakable
palpable
tangible