Surreptitious
Adjective | /surreptitious/
Done secretly, especially because it is unauthorized or intended to avoid notice.
Surreptitious
Adjective | /surreptitious/
Essential WordsMEDIUMDone secretly, especially because it is unauthorized or intended to avoid notice.
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"She took a surreptitious glance at the notes during the meeting. Means: She secretly glanced at the notes without drawing attention."
"The employees held a surreptitious meeting after hours. Means: The employees met secretly and without official permission after work."
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A surreptitious act is carried out secretly, as if slipping it past notice.
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