furtive — attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɜːrtɪv/
Korean meaning: 들키지 않으려고 하는, 은밀한, 몰래 하는
Korean pronunciation: **퍼**티브
Example Sentences
- The student's furtive attempts to cheat were so obvious that even the sleeping professor noticed.
- His furtive glances at the chocolate cake revealed his true intentions.
- The cat's furtive movements suggested it was planning another attack on the houseplant.
furtive
ADJECTIVE//ˈfɜːrtɪv//
attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive
An office worker makes furtive movements while stealing lunch
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The furtive detective stays protective in the shadows!
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Origin
From Latin 'furtivus' meaning 'stolen' or 'secret,' derived from 'furtum' (theft). The word originally described actions done like a thief - secretly and carefully to avoid detection.
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“The student's furtive attempts to cheat were so obvious that even the sleeping professor noticed.”
“His furtive glances at the chocolate cake revealed his true intentions.”
“The cat's furtive movements suggested it was planning another attack on the houseplant.”
“She made a furtive phone call to avoid her boss overhearing.”
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