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sneakingly

/ˈsniː.kɪŋ.li/
sneak · ing · ly
Adjective:sneaking
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• adverb

1

In a furtive, secret, or underhanded manner, so as to avoid notice or detection.

Example

"The stray cat crept sneakingly along the garden wall before darting into the shed."

2

In a persistent, unacknowledged, or gradually creeping way, especially regarding a private suspicion, doubt, or fondness.

Example

"Despite his harsh public criticism of the novel, he was sneakingly fond of its eccentric main character."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary English, "sneakily" is far more common for describing physical stealth or deceitful actions, whereas "sneakingly" is now relatively rare and mostly found in older literature or to describe a gradually creeping feeling.

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• Nearby Words

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sneakish
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sneakingly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sneakingly
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