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slyly Antonyms

Opposite of slyly

Because the opposite of slyly shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a cunning, deceitful, or secretive manner.

Usage Example

"The fox crept openly along the edge of the fence to avoid being spotted by the hounds."

Strongest
openly
honestly
Strong
candidly
forthrightly
frankly
directly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a playfully mischievous, teasing, or subtly knowing way.

Usage Example

"She smiled earnestly across the dinner table, knowing the surprise party was only minutes away."

Strong
earnestly
innocently
naively
seriously

Similar words to slyly

Words similar to slyly shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

cunningly
craftily
mischievously
sneakily
furtively
roguishly
archly
knowingly
See all synonyms of slyly

• Nearby Words

sluttish
slutty
sly
slyly
slyness
smack
smackdown

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Slyly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/slyly
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