stealthy — acting in a cautious and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen or heard
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: acting in a cautious and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen or heard
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstelθi/
Korean meaning: 들키지 않도록 조심스럽고 은밀하게 행동하는
Korean pronunciation: **스텔**시
Example Sentences
- The ninja's stealthy skills were so good that he could steal ice cream from a freezer without making the slightest sound.
- My cat thinks she's being stealthy when sneaking up on me, but her loud purring gives her away every time.
- The stealthy submarine avoided detection by enemy radar.
stealthy
ADJECTIVE//ˈstelθi//
acting in a cautious and surreptitious manner, so as not to be seen or heard
A stealthy burglar creeps past the motion sensor undetected
Ninja whispers 'steal thy treasure' while sneaking silently
The wealthy move stealthily to stay healthy!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'stelthe' meaning secrecy or stealth, which developed from Old Norse 'stela' meaning to steal. The word captures the quiet, hidden movement of a thief.
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📝Examples
“The ninja's stealthy skills were so good that he could steal ice cream from a freezer without making the slightest sound.”
“My cat thinks she's being stealthy when sneaking up on me, but her loud purring gives her away every time.”
“The stealthy submarine avoided detection by enemy radar.”
“She made a stealthy exit from the boring meeting, pretending to go to the bathroom.”
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