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Definition of Surreptitious
1. Adjective. Marked by quiet and caution and secrecy; taking pains to avoid being observed. "A surreptitious glance at his watch"
Exact synonyms: Furtive, Sneak, Sneaky, Stealthy
Similar to: Concealed
Derivative terms: Furtiveness, Sneak, Sneak, Sneak, Sneakiness, Stealth, Stealthiness
Similar to: Concealed
Derivative terms: Furtiveness, Sneak, Sneak, Sneak, Sneakiness, Stealth, Stealthiness
2. Adjective. Conducted with or marked by hidden aims or methods. "Underground resistance"
Exact synonyms: Clandestine, Cloak-and-dagger, Hole-and-corner, Hugger-mugger, Hush-hush, Secret, Undercover, Underground
Similar to: Covert
Derivative terms: Underground
Similar to: Covert
Derivative terms: Underground
Definition of Surreptitious
1. a. Done or made by stealth, or without proper authority; made or introduced fraudulently; clandestine; stealthy; as, a surreptitious passage in an old manuscript; a surreptitious removal of goods.
Definition of Surreptitious
1. [adj]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Surreptitious
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