Insidiously (Adverb)
Meaning
In a harmfully insidious manner; "these drugs act insidiously".
Examples
- The corrupt politician insidiously undermined her opponent's campaign by spreading false rumors about their personal life.
- Racism can creep into societies insidiously, disguising itself as innocent or harmless cultural norms.
- The silent killer of mental illness creeps up on its victims insidiously, often going unnoticed until the damage is done.
- The new management policies worked insidiously to wear down employee morale and job satisfaction.
- Air pollution builds up insidiously, damaging the environment and causing public health problems over time.