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slipperily Synonyms

Another word for slipperily

Choosing another word for slipperily depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a physically slick, smooth, or slimy manner that makes something difficult to hold or stand upon.

Usage Example

"The wet fish wriggled slickly out of the fisherman's hands and back into the river."

Strongest
slickly
Strong
smoothly
Weak
greasy

• adverb (Context 2)

In an evasive, untrustworthy, or deceitful manner that avoids direct commitment or accountability.

Usage Example

"The spokesperson worded the statement evasively so the company could deny responsibility later."

Strongest
evasively
shiftily
Strong
elusively
deceitfully
cunningly

Opposites of slipperily

The opposite of slipperily shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

honestly
forthrightly
candidly
directly
firmly
securely
See all opposites of slipperily

• Nearby Words

slipper
slipper orchid
slippered
slipperily
slipperiness
slippery
slippery elm

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Slipperily. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/slipperily
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