furtively — in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɜːrtɪvli/
Korean meaning: 남의 눈을 피해 몰래, 은밀하게
Korean pronunciation: **퍼**티블리
Example Sentences
- He furtively ate the last piece of cake, hoping no one would notice.
- The student furtively passed notes during the exam.
- She furtively checked her ex-boyfriend's social media at 2 AM.
furtively
ADVERB//ˈfɜːrtɪvli//
in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively
in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively
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Steal furtively, then walk assertively and play sportively!
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Origin
라틴어 'furtivus(도둑의, 은밀한)'에서 유래하였으며, 이는 'furtum(도둑질)'에서 나온 말입니다. 마치 도둑이 들키지 않으려고 조심스럽게 행동하는 것처럼 은밀하게 하는 행동을 묘사합니다.
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“He furtively ate the last piece of cake, hoping no one would notice.”
“The student furtively passed notes during the exam.”
“She furtively checked her ex-boyfriend's social media at 2 AM.”
“The cat furtively approached the fish bowl when nobody was watching.”
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