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Definition of stealthily
stealthily
/ˈstɛl.θə.li/
stealth · i · ly
Adjective:stealthy
stealthily Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
7
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a cautious, quiet, and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen, heard, or noticed.
Example
"The cat crept stealthily through the tall grass while stalking a sparrow."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'stealthy' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', ultimately tracing back to the Middle English noun 'stelthe' (secretive action or theft), a derivative of Old English 'stelan' ('to steal').
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stealthily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stealthily